Large wildfires are spreading across parts of Spain and southern France amid a heatwave, prompting widespread evacuations. Reports describe multiple blazes breaking out in different locations, including areas near Madrid and a French tourist area in the south. Authorities order residents and visitors to leave affected zones as fire activity increases and smoke threatens communities and transport routes.
Across the affected regions, evacuation figures reported by outlets reach into the tens of thousands, reflecting both planned departures and urgent withdrawals as conditions worsen. The outbreaks are occurring during a period of unusually high temperatures, which officials and media link to the rapid spread of fires and heightened fire risk.
Emergency services and fire crews are responding on the ground, while authorities monitor wind and weather conditions that influence fire behaviour. The evacuations aim to move people away from threatened areas while firefighting operations continue. Further updates are expected as the situation develops and as authorities assess damage and the likelihood of additional outbreaks.
