Extreme wildfires doubled over past two decades

Extreme wildfires doubled over past two decades – study

By Agence France-Presse

Jun 25, 2024 4:30 pm

PARIS, France — The frequency and intensity of extreme wildfires has more than doubled worldwide over the past two decades as human activity has warmed the planet, said a new study published Monday.

For the first time, researchers were able to plot a global trend for the most destructive types of fires responsible for major economic damage and loss to animal and human life.

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