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Sardinia wildfire forces evacuations. Image creit: Corpe Forestale

Sardinia wildfire spreads to second town

August 29, 2026August 29, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Sardinia wildfire in Ogliastra forces evacuation of psychiatric care home residents. The fire front later shifts towards neighbouring Elini.

Tuscany wildfire spreads across Monte Faete. Image: still from Vigili del Fuoco video on X.com

Monte Faete fire 70% contained

May 2, 2026May 2, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Three days after a blaze fuelled by burning olive prunings tore through Tuscan woodland on Monte Faete, firefighters have made significant progress. However, conditions remain volatile and two new fires have broken out nearby.

Smoke from the Mount Vesuvius wildfire as seen from Pompeii

Mount Vesuvius wildfire – arson suspected

August 10, 2025August 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Mount Vesuvius remains closed to hikers as firefighters battle a wildfire that has spread across the volcano’s slopes for a third day. The blaze, which broke out on Friday, has destroyed more than 500 hectares of forest and agricultural land in the Vesuvius National Park, forcing the suspension of all trail access.