Spain is battling one of its deadliest wildfires in recent years as firefighters, supported by helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, race to contain the massive blaze in Almería province. At least 12 people have died, with authorities saying several victims ignored shelter-in-place orders as flames rapidly spread through the region. The wildfire has scorched nearly 66 square kilometres—an area roughly the size of Manhattan—destroying forests, farmland and vehicles. Officials warn that extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds continue to fuel wildfire risks across Spain, as Europe faces another intense heatwave linked to rising global temperatures.
