The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has called for a stronger European strategy to prevent wildfires, emphasizing that prevention must become the priority in EU wildfire policy. Wildfires, now spreading across Europe due to climate change, pose threats to lives, ecosystems, and rural communities. The EESC welcomed the European Commission’s Communication on integrated wildfire risk management but highlighted that prevention remains underfunded compared to firefighting efforts. It recommended establishing a dedicated European wildfire prevention fund within the next Multiannual Financial Framework, separate from the Common Agricultural Policy. The Committee also stressed the importance of active land management, local stakeholder involvement, and enhanced cooperation between Member States. It urged investment in professional training, innovative technologies, and long-term financial resources to address the growing civil protection challenge.
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