A heatwave has been driving wildfires across southern Europe, with temperatures topping 40C (104F).   Thousands have been forced to flee, and red heat alerts are in effect across Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and the Balkans.   Scientists warn global warming is making Mediterranean summers hotter and drier, fuelling longer and more intense fire seasons.   Tap the link in BBCNews’s bio to read more about the impact of this summer’s wildfires so far.   #Wildfires #Europe #BBCNews