Spain wildfire: Firefighters gain ground as Almería evacuees return home

Spain wildfire: Firefighters gain ground as Almería evacuees return home

By GhanaSummary NewsroomPan-Africa

The fire, which broke out on 9 July near the Sierra de los Filabres, claimed at least 12 lives and burned approximately 66 square kilometres, an area roughly the size of Manhattan.

Last updated: 46 minutes ago The wildfire that devastated Almería province showed signs of easing by Sunday 12 July 2026, allowing firefighters to move from containment to direct operations against the remaining hotspots.

Civil Guard officers rescued a dog from a fire-damaged home while police maintained roadblocks near Bédar.

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