Unusual Fires and Heat in Europe

Record-breaking hot and dry conditions have spurred historic wildfire outbreaks and a browning of the landscape in northern Europe and within the Arctic circle.
Heatwave Turns Europe Brown
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Heatwave Turns Europe Brown

A persistent heatwave has been lingering over parts of Europe, setting record high temperatures and turning typically green landscapes to brown.

Published Jul 27, 2018

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Scarcely Seen Scandinavian Fires
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Scarcely Seen Scandinavian Fires

Record-breaking hot and dry conditions have spurred historic wildfire outbreaks in far northern Europe and within the Arctic circle.

Published Jul 21, 2018

Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Land Fires Human Presence Temperature Extremes