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11 people dead and 23 missing, Spain burns from fires, France and Portugal at risk

2026-07-10 11:00:23Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

A massive forest fire in southern Spain has caused a serious tragedy, with 11 people confirmed dead, while authorities have raised the alarm for 23 others who are still missing.

The serious incident occurred in the municipality of Los Gallardos, in the province of Almeria, where the flames spread with extraordinary speed, catching many people by surprise who were trying to leave the danger area.

Some of the victims were found inside vehicles that were engulfed in flames. Witnesses say the fire was caused by a downed power line, with flames quickly spreading to a nearby wooded area.

A persistent heatwave with temperatures of around 40 degrees Celsius (104F) has caused fires across southern Europe.

Hundreds of firefighters are dealing with major incidents in France, Portugal and Spain, with thousands forced to flee their homes.

"The number of people who died in the Los Gallardos fire has risen to 12 after the confirmation of six more deaths," the Andalusian regional government said in a statement.

The head of the regional government, Juanma Moreno, called the deaths "a tragedy." Writing in X after the initial death toll of six was announced, he said: "Our hearts are heavy and we are devastated by grief."

About 150 firefighters were working to put out the fire in a village called Bedar. Among the injured was one person who was taken to hospital due to smoke inhalation and another who suffered burns. Four people were treated at the scene for minor burns and breathing problems caused by the thick smoke.

The fire also led to road closures, while 1,000 residents were evacuated, according to emergency services.

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said in May that Spain would undertake its biggest response to the summer fires this year, local media and AFP reported.

Spain's Military Emergency Unit (UME), which is deployed in cases of major emergencies, said it would join efforts to put out the fires in Los Gallardos.

In June, Spain reached its highest daily average since 1950 and had days where it recorded its highest temperatures ever for that month. Temperatures of up to 42C (107.6F) were forecast in some parts of the country.


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