Global Research Warns of Rising European Wildfires
An international study shows that climate change could lead to a significant increase in forest fires across Europe, with an expected rise in the annual affected area of up to 39% by the end of the century, and potentially up to 192% with higher temperatures. The study highlights that rising temperatures and accompanying droughts, along with other factors such as land use, contribute to increased fire activity, especially in Central and Western Europe and the Mediterranean region. It was observed that improved fire management and early detection can considerably reduce the potential fire-affected area, potentially lowering the burned surface by up to 92% in a scenario where temperatures rise by 1.8 degrees.
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