What is the current scale of land devastation from wildfires in Europe?

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Wildfires Have Devastated Over 17,000 Hectares Across France, Spain, and Portugal

Wildfires have ravaged more than 17,000 hectares (42,000 acres) of land across France, Spain, and Portugal, an area equivalent to twice the size of Manhattan. This extensive land loss is occurring amidst rising temperatures and a heatwave that has gripped Europe.
Devastation in Spain

In Spain, a fire near the Costa Brava coast has burned over 2,200 hectares within a two-day period. Firefighters worked to stabilize the perimeter of the La Bisbal d’Empordà forest fire, which has significantly impacted the Gavarres protected natural area. A man has been detained in connection with this specific fire.
Impact in France

France is contending with a wildfire in Trevillach that has consumed more than 1,000 hectares on a mountainside. Approximately 600 firefighters have been mobilised to contain this blaze. An additional 300 firefighters are battling another forest fire in the southeastern Drome department.
Scale of Portugal's Wildfire

Portugal has experienced a substantial wildfire in its northern region, which has devastated around 13,000 hectares of forest and scrub land. This inferno, which spread 35km since its commencement, has involved 1,200 firefighters and required international assistance, including reinforcements from Spain and Italy.

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