2 firefighters die in Greece as others fight massive blaze in France
Summary
Two firefighters died while fighting a wildfire on the Greek island of Crete. Meanwhile, firefighters in southern France are battling a huge wildfire that has spread over an area four times the size of Paris, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate homes in France and Spain.Key Facts
- Two firefighters died on Crete while fighting a wildfire.
- A massive wildfire in France’s Gironde region covers an area about four times the size of Paris.
- More than 300,000 people have been evacuated from homes and vacation spots in France and Spain due to wildfires.
- Firefighters in France and Spain are facing difficult conditions from high heat, drought, and strong winds.
- Investigators think routine brush-clearing work near a high-voltage power line might have started the fire in France.
- Over 2,200 firefighters and more than 20 aircraft are working to control the French wildfire, with help from other European countries.
- Local volunteers are also helping to contain the fires by clearing land and supplying water to firefighters.
- July 29, 2026, was predicted to be the hottest and driest day in France that week, increasing wildfire risks across the country.
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