France Records Highest Burned Areas by Mid-July in 20 Years

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Over 420,000 acres have burned in France from January to mid-July 2026, setting a record for the country.
This year's wildfires have reached unprecedented dimensions, marking the first time in 20 years that such extensive areas have been affected by mid-July.
The current figure surpasses the previous record set in 2022, indicating an alarming trend in forest fires.
Data from the European system Effis confirms the severity of recent wildfires in the southern part of France.

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France Records Highest Burned Areas by Mid-July in 20 Years

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