At least 11 killed by wildfire in southern Spain
Summary
A wildfire in Los Gallardos, southern Spain, killed at least 11 people and injured eight others, with 19 still missing. The fire burned nearly 7,800 acres and forced evacuations in the area, which has been experiencing extreme heat.Key Facts
- The wildfire occurred near Almeria, a popular tourist area in southern Spain.
- At least 11 people died and eight were injured; 19 people remain unaccounted for.
- Four victims are believed to be British because of the type of vehicle they were in.
- Some people died after leaving the official evacuation route and getting trapped in a dry riverbed.
- More than 120 people were moved to safe locations like a theater and a sports center.
- The fire burned almost 7,800 acres and reached a nearby highway, increasing danger for drivers.
- Hundreds of emergency workers are fighting the fire amid severe heat wave conditions.
- Spain’s royal family expressed condolences and held a minute of silence for the victims.
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