Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:36pm on 01 Jul 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Turkey is battling hundreds of wildfires fueled by an intense heatwave sweeping across Europe. Over 50,000 people, mostly from Izmir province, have been evacuated as flames engulf western coastal areas. Wildfires have also been reported in Bilecik, Hatay, Sakarya, and Manisa. Firefighters and volunteers continue their efforts despite soaring temperatures and strong winds. The crisis comes as Europe faces record-breaking heat: the UK saw 33.6°C in Kent, France issued red alerts in 16 regions including Paris, and Spain and Portugal recorded historic June highs. Italy reported two heat-related deaths, highlighting the widespread impact of the extreme weather conditions. (PC: Getty Images)
