Overview of Wildfires in Europe and Conditions in Cyprus
August 12, 2025
The analysis discusses the devastating wildfires in Europe this summer, focusing on Cyprus and extreme temperatures. On July 23-24, temperatures above 44°C led to wildfires in Limassol, evacuating 16 communities. The article outlines the overall picture of wildfires across Europe, highlighting destruction in multiple countries. The situation is perilous, with the EU losing over 353,000 hectares by early August. The combination of heatwaves, drought, and strong winds has created conditions conducive to the spread of these fires.