NASA Earth Observatory Highlights Destructive Wildfires in Western Europe

NASA's Earth Observatory has released imagery highlighting destructive wildfires charring Western Europe, particularly in Spain and France. These fires are occurring amidst severe heat waves and prolonged drought, disrupting the summer season. Data from the Landsat 9 satellite's Operational Land Imager, captured on July 29, 2026, was used to distinguish burned from unburned vegetation, providing critical environmental monitoring.