Firefighters in southern Spain are making progress against a wildfire that killed 12 people, with officials saying crews are now able to directly attack the flames. The blaze erupted on Thursday in the Gallardos area of Andalusia, an area that includes many foreign residents. By Saturday, conditions improved as winds calmed and air humidity rose, allowing firefighters to push back more effectively than earlier in the incident.
About 500 firefighters are responding, supported by more than 20 water-dropping aircraft, according to reports. The hardest-hit village remains largely deserted, with residents having fled during the initial outbreak. Survivors described terrifying and horrific moments as they escaped the fire.
So far, accounts from different outlets focus on both the reported containment gains and the impact on local communities, including burned vegetation and damaged or blackened homes. Authorities continue operations to limit further spread and assess damage in the affected area.
