Europe Grapples with Extreme Heatwave and Wildfires in France, Greece, and Israel

An extreme heatwave is affecting much of Europe on August 2, 2026, with soaring temperatures and ongoing wildfires. In France, a large wildfire near Bordeaux remains contained but active, with the region under a red forest-fire alert. Greece is battling multiple wildfires, and Israel's Meteorological Service has issued extreme heat warnings for the Jordan Valley and eastern areas, with temperatures reaching 45.2°C (113°F).