WORLDJul 24 · 09:17 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIBy JOSEPH WILSON and SAMUEL PETREQUIN, Associated Press

Wildfires near Madrid and in southwestern France force tens of thousands to evacuate

Wildfires near Madrid and in southwestern France have forced tens of thousands to evacuate as Spain declares a national emergency. Over 10,000 people were displaced in Madrid, while 40,000 fled in France. Heatwaves and out-of-control blazes are exacerbating the crisis, with international aid being requested.

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