Flash Droughts: A Trigger for Wildfires

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This episode examines the rise of flash droughts—rapid, weeks-long dry spells driven by extreme heat, strong winds, and scarce rain. We explain how these sudden events strip moisture from soil and vegetation, turning landscapes into wildfire fuel, as seen in Spain’s devastating 2025 fires. Linked to climate change, flash droughts are expected to become more frequent and destructive in the years ahead.