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The large herbivores graze on flammable vegetation, creating natural firebreaks. Photo:

Polish bison take on a unique firefighting role in Portugal

Bison brought over from Poland to Portugal this year have taken on a unique role in their new habitat as part of a project designed to combat the country’s frequent forest and meadow fires.

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Ex-professor detained over forest fires in Greece

A former university professor suspected of setting fire to a forest in southeastern Greece has been jailed pending trial.

Croatia battles more than 100 wildfires in 24 hours as heat wave ravages country. Photo by: Awesome People via X

Wildfires tear through Croatian coastal resorts

Wildfires have torn through parts of Croatia’s popular coastal summer resorts, causing the evacuation of 150 people.

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Spanish firefighters battle wildfires caused by searing 40°C heatwave

Spanish firefighters have been battling over 50 forest and grassland fires in central and southern Spain since Friday afternoon as temperatures continue to soar.