Major wildfires in Teruel and Tarragona have triggered emergency alerts and forced the confinement of 2,500 residents. Authorities have called in the Unidad Militar de Emergencias and closed basic roads as the flames advance.
A fast-moving wildfire near the A6 motorway has disrupted train traffic and forced road closures in Seine-et-Marne. More than 370 firefighters are battling the flames, while red heatwave alerts remain in place in 37 departments.
Lucía, 27, left Madrid to restore a century-old house in rural Galicia. Her monthly food bill rarely exceeds €50, thanks to her garden and foraging. Her story reflects a growing trend among young Spaniards seeking affordable, sustainable lives outside the city.
At 26, María García left a permanent sales job and city comforts to buy a derelict house in the Asturian woods for just €6,000. Without basic utilities or a bathroom, she set out to build a simpler, self-sufficient life, and found a new sense of freedom.
The Los Gallardos wildfire in Almería, the deadliest in Andalusia’s history, has been stabilized. After three days of intense firefighting, evacuees are set to return home as authorities confirm the perimeter is secure.
Emergency crews in Almería have searched 217 hectares after a devastating wildfire. More than 100 personnel checked 250 homes, but no new victims were found. The search continues for those still unaccounted for.
A new forest fire broke out Sunday in Vall d’Infern, Aiguamúrcia. Firefighters deployed 24 units, including six aircraft, as strong winds fueled the flames. Another wildfire struck the area just days earlier.
Spain faces another weekend of intense heat in the northeast and the Balearic Islands. Orange warnings are active for several provinces, while storms and rain are forecast for the northwest, potentially causing local disruptions.
The Los Gallardos wildfire in Almería, which killed 12 people and forced 1,000 residents to evacuate, is now stabilized. Authorities credit improved weather and the emergency response. Residents are being allowed to return as the situation de-escalates.
Catalonia is facing its third heatwave of the summer. Authorities have restricted access to basic natural areas and placed 72 municipalities on maximum fire alert, as emergency services urge caution amid soaring temperatures.
A wildfire in Camarasa, Lleida, led authorities to confine residents in Fontllonga and burned nearly 22 hectares. Firefighters stabilized the blaze overnight. One man was treated for minor injuries, and the restrictions have now been lifted.
A wildfire in Almería has killed at least 12 people and left 23 missing. Strong winds and a fallen power pole fueled the disaster. More than 1,500 people were evacuated as emergency teams battled the flames.
A fast-moving fire at a recycling facility in Aielo de Malferit triggered an emergency response. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors and seal their homes because of heavy smoke. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze.
A wildfire near Camarasa, Lleida, has led authorities to confine Fontllonga’s residents. The fire has entered the protected Montsec de Rubies area and is moving north. Emergency services are battling the blaze with ground and air units.
A wildfire near Bédar has killed 12 residents and left the town nearly deserted. Survivors struggle to return to daily life amid the devastation. Authorities continue searching for victims as the community faces an uncertain future.
The Los Gallardos wildfire exposed critical gaps in Spain’s emergency alert system. Authorities chose door-to-door warnings instead of Es-Alert, citing technical limitations. Rural areas remain at risk as technology lags behind practical needs.
Authorities in Almería have shifted from containment to a direct attack on the Los Gallardos wildfire. The death toll stands at 12, with 8 injured and 23 still unaccounted for. Emergency services urge residents to follow instructions.
Aemet has raised the weather alert to orange in A Coruña and central Lugo. Up to 30 liters of rain per square meter could fall in one hour. The risk includes hail and frequent lightning.
The wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería, has left twelve people dead and burned 6,600 hectares. Emergency services continue to battle the flames as authorities and residents face severe losses.
A vegetation fire in Mont-roig del Camp led to the lockdown of El Casalot and halted train traffic between Cambrils and Tortosa. Emergency crews deployed ground and aerial units to contain the blaze, focusing on its most active front.
Houston faces unsettled weather, as the National Weather Service forecasts thunderstorms and showers. Temperatures should range from 79°F to 92°F, and rain chances remain high in the morning and at night.
Las Chorreras is a series of waterfalls and pools along the río Vadillo in Valdepeñas de Jaén, set among shaded riverside vegetation. Loja’s documented waterfall field is Los Infiernos de Loja, a Natural Monument on the río Genil, offering an inland walk distinct from Jaén’s summer bathing area.
A fast-moving wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería, claimed at least 12 lives, mostly British and Belgian residents. Many died after taking a dead-end escape route. More than 1,100 people were evacuated as authorities battled the blaze.
The heatwave alert in Catalunya will pause on Saturday but return Monday. Authorities warn of another surge in extreme temperatures, especially inland. The rest of Spain will see milder conditions, but risks remain.
Just outside Ontinyent, Pou Clar’s limestone pools offer a rare escape into nature. With access regulated to protect the site, visitors can swim in turquoise waters while discovering local heritage in a quieter corner of Valencia’s summer.
Spain braces for a severe heatwave as Aemet maintains weather alerts. Temperatures above 35°C are expected in many regions. Storm warnings are also in effect for the northern half of the country.
Twelve people have died in Almería as Spain enters a high-risk fire season. Emergency teams are stretched by 28 active wildfires, while authorities warn of extreme danger from Catalonia to Castilla y León.
A wildfire near Los Gallardos, Almería, has left at least 12 dead. Authorities are searching for 23 missing people. The blaze spread quickly through steep terrain dotted with isolated homes, many owned by foreigners.
AEMET has issued a yellow alert for storms in the Sierra de Madrid this Friday, with strong winds possible. Emergency services urge residents and drivers to take precautions and follow specific safety recommendations.
Health officials in Andalusia have advised against swimming at two busy Huelva beaches after routine tests revealed elevated microbiological levels. The recommendation, which is not a full ban, applies to specific areas in Punta Umbría and Matalascañas and will remain in place until water quality returns to normal.
At least 12 people have died in the Los Gallardos wildfire, making it the deadliest on record in Andalusia. The incident recalls other major fire tragedies in Spain, including Lloret de Mar and Guadalajara.
A major wildfire has scorched large sections of Los Gallardos in Almería. Emergency teams are battling the flames on the ground and from the air. The fire reflects the ongoing wildfire risk in southern Spain.
France is bracing for another surge in extreme heat as the 'pompe à chaleur' effect pushes temperatures higher. Authorities have placed nine departments on red alert, and the heatwave is expected to intensify through midweek.
Xóchitl Guadalupe Cruz López, from Chiapas, designed a solar water heater from discarded materials when she was just eight. Her homemade system helps families get hot water without burning firewood, cutting costs while easing environmental pressure. The project has attracted national attention for its ingenuity and social value.
A wildfire in Castillonroy, Huesca, burned 400 hectares in 12 hours. Authorities issued a confinement alert and closed basic roads. Aragón is facing its fourth major fire this summer.
