Researchers publishing in Scientific Reports on Thursday found that climate change

Why in news

A study in Scientific Reports highlights that climate change has doubled the likelihood of wildfires in southern Europe since 1981.

Background

The research indicates a significant increase in wildfire frequency in France and Spain. While cooling weather temporarily mitigated fires in some areas, new outbreaks occurred in Greece, Turkiye, and the UK.

Facts for Prelims

• S&TScientific Reports: A peer-reviewed open-access journal published by Nature Portfolio.
• FactClimate change has doubled the likelihood of wildfires in southern Europe since 1981.
• PlaceDunwich Heath: A heathland area in England where a recent fire forced evacuations.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how climate change is intensifying extreme weather events in Europe and suggest measures for transboundary wildfire management.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• climate-induced ecological shifts
• transboundary cooperation
• early warning systems

Keywords: climate change · wildfires · extreme weather · mitigation · environmental degradation

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