Worst wildfires in Belgium's High Fens contained, fears of spread to Germany subside
Belgium is battling its worst wildfires in a century in the High Fens nature reserve, with air reinforcements arriving and officials reporting that weather conditions have helped limit the spread, easing fears of the blaze reaching Germany. The fire, which has consumed thousands of hectares, is still not fully under control in some areas, prompting a visit from King Filip and raising questions about Belgium's vulnerability to such disasters.
