Which countries have suffered the most damage from wildfires in 2026? (hectares)
Much of Europe has been devastated by wildfires as the continent struggles with record-breaking heat. (Note: Ukrainian wildfires are driven up by Russia's invasion, according to a report in environmental journal Ambio).
Note: The fires mapped in EFFIS may include fires set intentionally for the purpose of vegetation management. The high number of fires in Ukraine is likely due to the war; a report in environmental journal Ambio found that "Russia’s invasion into Ukraine has significantly increased wildfire activity".
