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Ancient ferns turned Triassic Europe into a wildfire inferno

Ancient fern savannahs may have transformed parts of Europe into a wildfire-prone inferno during the end-Triassic mass extinction. New fossil evidence suggests the ferns repeatedly regrew after fires, creating fresh fuel…

RelxNews Staff22 July 2026 at 13:10 UTC1 min read
Ancient ferns turned Triassic Europe into a wildfire inferno

Ancient fern savannahs may have transformed parts of Europe into a wildfire-prone inferno during the end-Triassic mass extinction. New fossil evidence suggests the ferns repeatedly regrew after fires, creating fresh fuel that helped prolong the devastation. Officials and experts continue to monitor developments closely as the situation unfolds.

Communities affected by the story are watching for further updates in the days ahead. Analysts say the implications could extend well beyond the immediate headlines, with policymakers and industry leaders expected to respond in the coming weeks. Readers following this story should check back for the latest details as new information becomes available.

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