EU plans new firefighting fleet after deadly summer heat wave
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to develop a new firefighting fleet to enhance the bloc’s response to extreme weather events. The initiative follows a summer of deadly heatwaves and wildfires that highlighted the urgent need for expanded climate adaptation resources. The goal is to provide member states with improved collective tools to manage the growing frequency of environmental disasters.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a scorching summer has shown the EU needs new tools to tackle climate change
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