Spain battles spreading wildfires fuelled by climate-change driven heat
Summary
Spain is facing large wildfires near Toledo, forcing people to leave their homes. These fires are part of a bigger problem affecting parts of southern France and Italy, linked to rising temperatures caused by climate change.Key Facts
- Wildfires are spreading around Toledo, a city 75 miles from Madrid, Spain.
- Authorities have evacuated several areas to protect residents.
- Southern France and Italy are also experiencing wildfires at the same time.
- Spain lost more than 393,000 hectares (about 970,000 acres) to fires in 2025.
- This is the worst wildfire damage Spain has seen in recent history.
- Scientists link the increased wildfire risk to extreme heat caused by climate change.
- The European Forest Fire Information System tracks and reports wildfire data.
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