Greece is now in its second week of battling wildfires spread by winds reaching 100km per hour, as more Southern European countries face fires linked to intensifying climate change.
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Key facts
- Greece has entered its second week of wildfires.
- Winds of up to 100km per hour have worsened the blaze.
- Firefighters are working to bring the fires under control.
- More Southern European countries are battling fires amid intensifying climate change.
Greece is entering its second week of wildfires spread by extreme winds, according to CNBC, as firefighters continue efforts to contain blazes across the country.
The fires have been worsened by winds reaching up to 100km per hour, which have made conditions more difficult for crews on the ground and helped flames spread more rapidly.
CNBC reports that the situation in Greece is part of a wider pattern across Southern Europe, where more countries are battling wildfires.
The outlet links the intensifying fires to the broader effects of climate change, which is affecting the region.
Images from the scene show firefighters working against the flames as the strong winds continue to fan the blaze.
Why it matters
Wildfires driven by extreme winds and heat threaten lives, homes and landscapes across Southern Europe. The spread of fires across multiple countries highlights how intensifying climate change is placing growing pressure on emergency services during the summer months.
Frequently asked questions
How long has Greece been battling these wildfires?
According to CNBC, Greece is entering its second week of wildfires.
What has made the Greece wildfires worse?
CNBC reports the blaze has been worsened by winds reaching up to 100km per hour.
Is the fire situation limited to Greece?
No. CNBC reports that more countries in Southern Europe are battling wildfires as climate change intensifies.
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- Greece wildfire in pictures: Firefighters battle blaze worsened by 100km per hour winds
CNBC Top News: Greece is entering its second week of wildfires spread by extreme winds as more countries in Southern Europe battle with intensifying climate change.