Belgium Battles Major Fire Amid Support
Belgium is currently facing one of the worst wildfires in its history, with around 3,000 hectares burned in the "Haye Vins" forest reserve in the eastern part of the country. Over 100 firefighting personnel have been working since Friday to contain the flames, but the complex weather conditions, including rugged terrain and passing winds, are hindering efforts to extinguish the fire. Authorities are heavily relying on aerial support from other European countries, with helicopters from Belgium, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Sweden, and Norway involved, as well as contributions from farmers who donated water tanks. These fires are occurring amid a period of intense heat and drought, with temperatures reaching 37°C, leading to the evacuation of two nearby villages due to the severity of the flames and thick smoke.
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