France and Spain wildfires: Tens of thousands flee as blazes trigger mass evacuations | TheBriefWire
France and Spain wildfires: Tens of thousands flee as blazes trigger mass evacuations
Published 24 July 2026 · europe
More than 80,000 people have been forced from their homes and holiday resorts as wildfires sweep through parts of France and Spain. France has appealed
More than 80,000 people have been forced from their homes and holiday resorts as wildfires sweep through parts of France and Spain. France has appealed for international help, while Spain has declared a national emergency as fires threaten communities near Madrid.
Prolonged heatwaves and dry conditions have heightened the risk of fast-moving fires, particularly in areas where dry vegetation is fuelling the flames. Al Jazeera's Milena
Veselinovic reports. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: July 25, 2026 • 12:11 AM IST · Updated: July 25, 2026 • 12:38 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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More than 80,000 people have been forced from their homes and holiday resorts as wildfires sweep through parts of France and Spain.
France has appealed for international help, while Spain has declared a national emergency as fires threaten communities near Madrid.
Prolonged heatwaves and dry conditions have heightened the risk of fast-moving fires, particularly in areas where dry vegetation is fuelling the flames.
Al Jazeera's Milena Veselinovic reports.
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