Raging wildfires have long been a staple of the American West, but a disturbing trend is emerging: climate change is fueling these infernos, not just in the US, but on the other side of the world as well. As the globe continues to warm, wildfires in Europe are increasing in frequency and intensity, mirroring the devastating blazes that have long plagued the Western United States. From the parched forests of California to the scorched hills of Portugal, the common thread is a changing climate that's creating conditions ripe for catastrophic fires. As the world grapples with the growing threat of wildfires, experts warn that the consequences of inaction will be dire, and that a coordinated global response is needed to mitigate the impact of these devastating disasters.


From the West Cost to Europe, climate change is making wildfires worse