UK couple found burned and semi-conscious in Almería amid Spanish wildfires
Summary
A British couple was found badly burned and semi-conscious in a ravine in Almería, Spain, after being caught in deadly wildfires. The couple was rescued by officers and is now in intensive care as firefighters work to control the blaze that has killed 12 people and forced many evacuations.Key Facts
- The wildfires are in Almería province, Spain, and have killed 12 people so far.
- More than 6,000 hectares (about 14,800 acres) have burned.
- At least 23 people are still missing.
- The British couple was found by Guardia Civil officers with burns over 40% of their bodies.
- The couple was airlifted to hospital and remain in intensive care.
- Over 500 firefighters and emergency workers are involved in fighting the fire.
- Around 1,400 people have been evacuated from the area.
- Officials say dry weather, high winds, and heatwaves linked to climate change worsened the wildfire.
- The fire has been contained as of Sunday, with its perimeter secured by firefighters.
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