Fire and Wildfires
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Andalusia
Spain Officially Ends Its Most Devastating Wildfire Season in Recent Years
Spanish authorities have announced the end of the state of emergency caused by massive wildfires that destroyed over 400,000 hectares…
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Fire and Wildfires
King Felipe and Queen Letizia Conclude Visit to Fire-Stricken Extremadura, Urge Reforms and Support for the Region
The Spanish royal couple visited the wildfire-ravaged lands of Extremadura. Felipe VI and Letizia met with local residents and rescue…
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Andalusia
In the Pyrenees of Lleida, a Flock of Sheep and Goats Helps Fight Fires
In the village of Vilamos in northern Spain, a unique project is underway: a municipal flock of sheep and goats…
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Castilla y León
King Felipe and Queen Letizia Visit Fire-Ravaged Lands, Assessing the Scale of the Environmental Disaster in Northwest Spain
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are touring northwest Spain, which has been affected by wildfires. The monarchs assessed the…
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Asturias
Queen Letizia Sends Subtle Message to Asturias During Visit to Spain’s Fire-Affected Regions
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are visiting regions of Spain affected by summer wildfires. During the visit, the Queen…
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Asturias
Smoke from Wildfires in Spain Reaches France and the UK: Satellite Images
Satellite images have captured smoke from large wildfires in northwestern Spain spreading beyond the country's borders, reaching France and southern…
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Andalusia
Bank of Spain Accepts Fire-Damaged Banknotes and Coins for Exchange
Residents of Spain whose cash was damaged by wildfires can exchange their affected banknotes and coins at Bank of Spain…
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Andalusia
Emergency Zones Declared in Spain Due to Wildfires and Heavy Rains
The Spanish government has designated several areas as affected by wildfires and heavy rains since June 2024. This decision will…
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Asturias
How Forest Fires Are Investigated in Spain: The Work of Fire Detectives
In Spain, investigating forest fires is similar to forensic work: specialists search for clues, analyze evidence, and use modern technology…
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Andalusia
Spanish Government to Declare Disaster Zone Due to Large-Scale Wildfires and Floods
The Spanish government is preparing to designate areas affected by summer wildfires and floods as disaster zones. Approval is expected…
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Andorra
Wildfire Battle Continues in Spain: Situation in Regions Remains Tense
On Monday, 11 major wildfires remain active in Spain. The most challenging conditions persist in Castilla y León, Galicia, and…
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Alicante
Spain Endures Hottest Heatwave on Record: August 2025 Sets New Benchmark
August 2025 became the hottest month ever recorded in Spain. The heatwave that swept across the country surpassed all previous…
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Asturias
Pedro Sánchez Announces Launch of Climate Commission Amid Asturias Wildfires
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited Asturias, where wildfires are raging, and announced the start of an interdepartmental commission on…
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Andalusia
Large Wildfires Expose Weaknesses in Spain’s Firefighting System
In 2025, Spain faced its most severe wildfire disaster in recent years. Fires in Castilla y León, Galicia, and Extremadura…
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Andalusia
Wildfires in the EU: Spain Leads in Burned Area in 2025
In 2025, wildfires in the European Union destroyed an area larger than Cyprus. Spain was the hardest-hit country, with fires…
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Castilla y León
Castile and León Firefighters Demand Change After Chaos in Wildfire Response
Firefighters in Castile and León openly express dissatisfaction with their working conditions and how wildfires are managed. Their communities are…
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Asturias
Fires in Western Spain: Situation Stabilizes After Ten Days of Battling the Flames
After ten days of large-scale wildfires in western Spain, authorities report that the situation is stabilizing. Around 400,000 hectares have…
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Andalusia
King and Queen of Spain to Visit Regions Affected by Recent Wildfires
Next week, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are planning to visit the regions of Spain most affected by the…
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Balearic Islands
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia Spend Holidays Apart: Why the Monarch Stayed in Madrid Instead of Joining Family in Greece
King Felipe VI of Spain has interrupted his private holiday with Queen Letizia and their daughters in Greece and remains…
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Andalusia
In Andalusia, man sets cafe on fire over missing mayonnaise and ends up in jail
In the small town of Los Palacios (province of Seville), a café customer started a fire after being refused mayonnaise…
