Coverage over time: Wildfires and drought crisis across Europe

A severe heat wave has triggered widespread wildfires and drought conditions across Europe, with major blazes burning in France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Norway. More than 200,000 people have been evacuated in France and Spain alone, and at least three firefighters have died battling the fires. Beyond the flames, the prolonged heat and lack of rainfall are causing secondary crises: Dutch dikes are under structural strain, German river trade is disrupted, and falling water levels on the Danube are threatening hydroelectric power supplies in Central and Eastern Europe. Governments in the region are now working to prevent energy shortages as the environmental and infrastructure toll continues to mount.

10 articles over 102 days

Reflects Associated Press coverage volume, not a cross-outlet comparison.