Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:44am on 30 Jul 2026,Thursday Weather & Environment
3 Greek firefighters have died while battling wildfires in Crete and the Peloponnese. Two firefighters were trapped by fast-moving flames in Crete, while another died near the town of Gytheio. Strong winds continue to spread the fires. Thousands of people have been evacuated from affected areas. Spain and France are also facing dangerous heatwaves and wildfires. Spain is battling its largest recorded wildfire, which has burned more than 43,000 hectares near Madrid. Authorities have warned that high temperatures and strong winds could cause more fires. Officials across southern Europe have urged people to remain alert and follow safety advice. (PC: EPA)
