The European Commission has put forward a proposal to mobilise €144 million from the European Union Solidarity Fund to support recovery efforts in Spain, Romania and Cyprus
following a series of severe climate-related disasters in 2025. The funding is intended to help restore essential infrastructure, assist affected communities and accelerate rebuilding in regions hit by wildfires and floods.
The proposal reflects an assessment by the Commission based on the scale of damage reported by each country, in line with EUSF rules and the available budgetary resources. If approved by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union, the aid will be disbursed in a single payment to each member state.
Spain: recovery after extreme heat and wildfires
Spain faced a succession of extreme weather events in 2025, including prolonged drought, heatwaves and three major wildfire outbreaks. The most destructive fires erupted on 8 August, forcing large-scale evacuations and resulting in eight fatalities.
Under the proposal, Spain would receive €120.4 million in total support, including an advance payment of more than €30 million already issued. The funds are earmarked for restoring key services such as water and wastewater systems, telecommunications, transport networks, schools and cultural heritage sites, as well as supporting temporary housing and emergency response operations.
Romania: flood recovery across multiple regions
In May and June 2025, heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding across parts of Romania, particularly in the Centru, Sud Muntenia and Nord Est regions. Among the most serious impacts was damage to the Praid Salt Mine area, where flooding from the Corund River eroded sections of the riverbed and disrupted hydrotechnical infrastructure, leading to power outages.
The Commission is proposing €14.3 million in assistance to repair damaged infrastructure and restore essential public services in the affected areas.
Cyprus: rebuilding after devastating wildfires
Cyprus was struck by two major wildfires in July 2025, primarily affecting the Limassol and Paphos regions. The fires displaced thousands of residents, caused two deaths and destroyed nearly 900 homes. Public services, including schools and healthcare facilities, were also temporarily disrupted.
The proposed package allocates €9.2 million to Cyprus, including an advance payment of €2.3 million already provided, to help rebuild energy, water, wastewater, telecommunications and transport infrastructure.
Next steps
Both Spain and Cyprus have already received advance payments to support immediate recovery needs. The full funding package now requires approval from the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union before final disbursement.
Background
Since its creation in 2002, the European Union Solidarity Fund has provided more than €10 billion in assistance for 147 disaster events across Europe, including natural disasters and public health emergencies.
As climate-related disasters become more frequent and severe, the fund has taken on a growing role in supporting long-term resilience across the bloc. The 2025 wildfire season, in particular, has been described as one of the most destructive on record, prompting the European Commission to advance a broader approach to wildfire risk management earlier this year.