Firefighters across Europe battle wildfires as blazes continue in Germany, Greece and Turkey Experts link the rising frequency and intensity of heatwaves in Europe to climate change, warning that such extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common.

Firefighters are battling wildfires in Greece and Turkey, forcing thousands to evacuate. On Thursday, a blaze near the island of Crete led to over 5,000 people fleeing resorts, with some rescued from the sea.