Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe During Religious Events


Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe During Religious Events

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Wildfires Rage Across Southern Europe During Religious Events

Fires are a problem in Spain, Portugal, and Greece. Firefighters are working hard to stop them now. It is a religious holiday, but the fires keep burning strong.

Spain has many big fires, about fourteen right now. The weather will get hotter soon, too. The weather agency says there is a high fire risk now.

Portugal has almost 4,000 firefighters working today. They are fighting many big fires there. The government wants help from other countries soon.

Greece also has a big fire on the island of Chios. People had to leave their homes at night. Planes and helicopters are helping to put out the fire.

Climate change makes the fires worse in Europe. It makes the weather hotter and drier now. Europe is getting hotter faster than other places in the world.


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What countries are having problems with fires?

Spain, Portugal, and Greece are having problems with fires.

How many firefighters are working in Portugal?

Almost 4,000 firefighters are working in Portugal.

What is making the fires worse in Europe?

Climate change is making the fires worse in Europe.


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