Wildfire smoke injures Eddie Vedder's throat; Pearl Jam cancels Vienna show

Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder came away from a performance in Europe with a damaged throat, due to wildfire smoke and dust that was lingering in the air.

The band had performed at an outdoor venue near Paris. According to a statement from the band, the heat, dust, and smoke prompted Vedder to see a doctor after the show.

"He has seen doctors and had treatment but as of yet, his vocal cords have not recovered," the band said in a statement.

"This is brutal news and horrible timing…for everyone involved."

Pearl Jam is cancelling a show in Vienna this week. Fans will get ticket refunds.

"As a band, we are deeply sorry and have tried to find options to still play. And Ed wants to play. There’s just no throat available at this time," the statement reads. "So very, very deeply sorry."

France, and other parts of Europe, have been experiencing massive wildfires and heat waves. More heat waves are expected.