Wildfires in Europe cost more due to adaptation failure.
Wildfires are burning large areas in France and Spain. Scientists say poor land management and climate change are causing the fires. The fires are costing Europe billions of euros.
Record wildfires have affected France and Spain, burning over 79,000 hectares. The European Parliament has approved aid for the countries dealing with the fires. The cost to adapt to climate change in Europe is rising to €70 billion each year. Firefighters are being sent to different countries to fight the fires. The EU plans to release a climate adaptation plan later this year.
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Highlights
Wildfires Damage Vast Areas
Over 79,000 hectares have burned in France and Spain this year due to record wildfires.
Adaptation Costs Rising
Europe faces a €70 billion annual cost to adapt to climate change.
Climate Change Fuels Fires
Poor land management and rising greenhouse gases contribute to the wildfire crisis.
EU Aid Approved
The European Parliament approved aid for countries affected by wildfires.
Firefighters Deployed
The EU is sending firefighters to combat the ongoing wildfires.