Southern Spain
Coverage of Southern Spain in the Nexus archive.
- Spain declares an emergency after wildfires force evacuations of 10,000 people
Spain declared a national emergency after wildfires forced the evacuation of 10,000 people in the Madrid region. The fires, exacerbated by a heat wave, have burned over 100,000 hectares this year, including a 32,000-hectare blaze in Guadalajara province. Thirteen people were killed in a fire in southern Spain earlier this month.
- Climate disasters compete with wars, markets for distracted world’s money
Climate disasters are vying for attention alongside wars and market instability, straining global resources and focus. A wildfire in southern Spain near Almeria killed at least 12 people and injured 23 others, highlighting the immediate impact of climate-related crises.
- Spain: Wildfires that killed 12 begin to ease (officials)
A wildfire in southern Spain that killed at least 12 people showed signs of easing, allowing firefighters to directly attack the flames for the first time, according to officials. The fire began to subside on Saturday.
- Two more Brits feared dead as deadly wildfire sweeping through southern Spain kills 12 with another 23 still missing
A deadly wildfire is sweeping through southern Spain, killing 12 people and leaving 23 missing. Two British citizens are feared dead in the incident.
- 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.
- At least 11 killed by wildfire in southern Spain
At least 11 people were killed by a wildfire in southern Spain. The cause of the blaze remains undetermined, but Spain has experienced severe heat waves with temperatures reaching nearly 106 degrees in the southern regions.
- One of Spain's deadliest wildfires has killed at least 11
A wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least 11 people, making it one of the country's deadliest on record. Soaring temperatures are affecting much of Spain, according to authorities.
- One of Spain's deadliest wildfires has killed at least 11 people
A wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least 11 people, making it one of the country's deadliest on record. The incident occurred as soaring temperatures affected much of the country.
- One of Spain's deadliest wildfires has killed at least 11 people
A wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least 11 people, making it one of the country's deadliest on record. The fire is occurring as soaring temperatures affect much of Spain.
- Wildfire kills at least 12 in southern Spain
A wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least 12 people. Sky News reported the incident as breaking news.
- Wildfire kills 12 in southern Spain as heat wave fuels blaze
A wildfire in southern Spain, fueled by a heat wave, killed 12 people. Firefighters in Madrid responded to the blaze on June 23, 2026.
- Incredible floods hit southern Spain with pedestrians swept along streets as roads turn to rivers
Severe floods have struck southern Spain, causing roads to transform into rivers and pedestrians to be swept away. The flooding has led to dangerous conditions in the region.
- Two dead in Spain shooting, with babies reportedly among injured
A 25-year-old man is suspected of killing his parents and injuring four others in a shooting in southern Spain, with babies reportedly among the injured. The incident resulted in two deaths. Police are investigating the suspect.
- Two dead in Spain shooting, with babies reportedly among injured
A shooting in southern Spain has left two people dead and four others injured, including babies. The suspected shooter is a 25-year-old man who allegedly killed his parents. Police are investigating the incident.
- Roads become rivers in southern Spain as freak storms, water spouts and flash floods hit holiday hotspots
Freak storms and flash floods hit southern Spain, causing roads to become rivers in holiday hotspots. The region is experiencing severe weather conditions, including water spouts. This has led to dangerous situations in popular tourist areas.
- Roads become rivers in southern Spain as freak storms, water spouts and flash floods hit holiday hotspots
Freak storms and flash floods hit southern Spain, causing roads to become rivers in holiday hotspots. The storms brought heavy rain and strong winds, leading to flooding and disruption. The affected areas are popular tourist destinations.