EU Warns of Escalating Wildfire Threat in Italy and Greece Amid Heatwave
The European Union's Emergency Response Coordination Centre has issued a warning about an increased risk of wildfires in Greece, Italy, and Central Europe due to ongoing heatwave conditions. Maria Zuber, head of the center, stated that while France is currently experiencing severe wildfires, the threat is expected to move eastward, potentially affecting Greece and Italy in the coming weeks. The EU has already deployed resources, including aircraft and firefighting teams, to assist countries like France and Spain. The situation is exacerbated by climate change, which is intensifying the hot, dry conditions that fuel wildfires.