Wildfires Burn Across Europe Amid High Temperatures

Why it matters locally: While the immediate impact is in Europe, Colorado frequently experiences its own wildfire seasons, and the mention of climate change and record temperatures affecting fire conditions has relevance to ongoing discussions and preparations within the state regarding fire mitigation and water resources.

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Multiple European countries are currently battling wildfires. Record temperatures accompany these fires, impacting regions traditionally adapted for extended cold seasons. These high temperatures affect countries that possess limited air conditioning infrastructure. Scientists associate these historic temperatures with human-caused climate change.