Deadly blaze sweeps through Southern Spain as Europe endures a heat wave
A deadly wildfire in southern Spain killed at least 12 people, injured eight, and left 23 missing as victims attempted to flee the flames. The fire, fueled by extreme heat and dry terrain, burned over 7,900 acres and primarily affected foreign nationals, with British victims identified due to right-side steering wheels in a burned car. Spain and Europe continue to face severe heat waves, exacerbating wildfire risks.
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