Spain, France wildfires stabilise, but EU warns Greece and Italy face rising fire risk

Wildfires in Spain and France are beginning to come under control after days of intense firefighting.

Thousands of evacuated residents in Spain and France have been allowed to return home as worst-hit fires stabilise.

Temperatures are expected to climb above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, increasing risk of fresh outbreaks.

The European Union warns the wildfire threat is shifting east, with Greece and Italy facing higher risk in coming days.