'Really frightening, unbelievably quick': Witnesses describe fleeing deadly Spain wildfire
Summary
A wildfire in southern Spain’s Los Gallardos area has killed at least 12 people and left 23 missing. The fire started on Thursday afternoon after an electricity pole fell, spreading quickly and forcing many residents and visitors to evacuate.Key Facts
- The wildfire began when an electricity pole fell in woodland near Los Gallardos, Almería.
- At least 12 people died and 23 others are missing due to the fire.
- Flames spread very fast, with witnesses describing the fire as "like a bomb had fallen."
- Many people had to evacuate quickly, including tourists who were staying nearby.
- More than 100 firefighters, military, police, and 30 aircraft worked to control the fire.
- Some residents lost their homes and farmland, including orange groves cultivated for decades.
- The fire is described as the most devastating the local area has ever faced.
- There's a strong sense of community as locals have offered support to those displaced.
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