As Spain grieves, recurrent heatwaves stir fears of more wildfires
Summary
In July 2026, deadly wildfires in southern Spain’s Bedar village killed 14 people and forced over 1,500 to evacuate. The fire was one of the worst in recent years and occurred amid heatwaves that also caused large fires in France and other parts of Europe.Key Facts
- The wildfire in Bedar, Spain, started on July 9, 2026, and caused 14 deaths.
- More than 1,500 people were evacuated from the affected areas in southern Spain.
- Five British residents died in the fire; some survivors remain hospitalized.
- Local residents in Bedar formed a group to push for better fire prevention and safety measures.
- Wildfires also burned large areas in France, including the Gironde and Var regions, with the largest French fire since 1949 now mostly controlled.
- Fires near Madrid and other parts of central Spain caused evacuations but are mostly under control.
- Europe is experiencing faster warming than any other continent, increasing the risk of wildfires.
- Firefighters and officials are working to manage and prevent further fire outbreaks amid ongoing heatwaves.
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