A severe forest fire in southern Spain has claimed the lives of at least 11 people and left 19 others missing. The fire, which is raging in the province of Almería in Andalusia, has been described as the deadliest in the region’s history.
Most of the victims are reported to be foreign nationals. According to Spanish media, the license plates suggest that several of the dead are British. Many of the victims are said to have died while trying to flee the fire along the roads.
The fire is out of control
The fire has spread rapidly due to strong winds and difficult conditions. Emergency responders have not yet managed to bring it under control. According to Spain’s meteorological institute, Aemet, there is currently an extreme fire risk across nearly the entire country.
The fire has caused extensive property damage in the area around Los Gallardos, where it has affected both residential areas and natural surroundings. Authorities have urged residents in the surrounding area to exercise extreme caution and follow evacuation orders.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: No Swedes Among the Victims
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there is currently no information indicating that any Swedes were injured or killed in the fire. However, the Ministry is monitoring the situation.
Forest fires are common in Spain during the summer, but this year’s fires have been unusually intense in several parts of the country. The current fire in Almería, however, has stood out because of the high number of fatalities.
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