From space, @copernicus_eu satellites are helping us understand the scale of the wildfires currently affecting Spain 🇪🇸 and France 🇫🇷. This Copernicus Sentinel-3 image, captured on 26 July 2026, shows dense smoke spreading across central and western Spain, where multiple wildfires have triggered a national emergency. More than 100,000 people have been evacuated or advised to stay indoors as firefighters, emergency teams, aircraft and helicopters work to contain the fires. 🌡️ Extreme heat and dry conditions are creating dangerous fire weather across parts of Europe. With temperatures rising again and little rain expected, the risks remain high. Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and intense, increasing the likelihood of conditions that can worsen wildfire impacts. Building resilience, protecting communities and improving preparedness are key to facing a changing climate. 🌍 From space, @copernicus_eu satellites are helping us understand the scale of the wildfires currently affecting Spain 🇪🇸 and France 🇫🇷. In south-western France, wildfires near Saumos and Biscarrosse have affected large areas of pine forest around Arcachon Bay, with around 42,000 hectares impacted by the Saumos fire. 🌡️ Extreme heat and dry conditions are creating dangerous fire weather across parts of Europe. With temperatures rising again and little rain expected, the risks remain high. Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and intense, increasing the likelihood of conditions that can worsen wildfire impacts. Building resilience, protecting communities and improving preparedness are key to facing a changing climate. 🌍