Out-of-control wildfires burn in Europe as millions brace for severe weather in the U.S.

Millions of people across the U.S. are on alert for severe storms on Sunday as crews in Europe rushed to put out wildfires that are burning out of control. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

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