Wildfires in various parts of Europe have affected more than 530,000 hectares this year. Total damage and economic losses, including the direct and indirect consequences of the fires as well as emergency response costs, are estimated at between €15.6 billion and €19.1 billion.
Spain and France are among the countries most severely affected by the fires. The estimate also includes the short- and long-term health effects of the fires, as well as disruptions to daily life and economic activity.
Wildfire risk remains high across Europe
Extreme heat and drought could keep the risk of wildfires in Europe high until autumn. Fire danger remains at an “extremely high” level across large parts of Western and Central Europe.
Parts of France, northern Spain and the southern British Isles are among the areas facing the highest risk. Areas with high risk are also found in southern Scandinavia, Italy, parts of Eastern Europe and the Balkans.
Wildfires in Europe throughout 2025 are believed to have caused the loss of 1.08 million hectares.