Gabriela Pomeroy

A British couple were rescued in critical condition after being found severely burned in a ravine during deadly wildfires in Spain’s Almeria province. The fires have killed at least 12 people and burned thousands of hectares as emergency crews continue containment efforts aided by improved weather. Authorities allowed some evacuees to return home while identification of victims proceeds slowly due to DNA collection challenges. Southern Europe faces widespread fires as extreme heat intensifies, driven by climate change’s accelerating impact on the region.

A British couple severely burned during wildfires in Spain’s Almería province were found semi‑conscious in a ravine by Civil Guard officers and taken to intensive care. The fires have killed at least 12 people and forced large‑scale evacuations, though calmer weather has helped firefighters gain control. Authorities continue to identify victims through DNA analysis complicated by families traveling from abroad. The fires add to a wave of severe wildfires across Southern Europe, driven by extreme heat linked to climate change.