Wildfires rage across southern Europe, forcing thousands to flee homes

Wildfires in southern Europe, including Portugal, Spain, and Greece, have forced thousands to evacuate and disrupted the Tour de France by banning spectators from a key stage. These massive fires, fueled by a record-breaking early summer heatwave, have scorched nearly 20,000 hectares. The situation has been described as a "powder keg," highlighting the urgent need for firefighting efforts. The crisis underscores the severe impact of climate change, with extreme weather conditions becoming increasingly common.