Spain and Portugal fires kill two more as Spanish troops battle blazes

Aug 18, 2025
BBC News
Spain and Portugal fires kill two more as Spanish troops battle blazes
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Spain and Portugal Fires: Spanish Troops Battle Blazes

The ongoing wildfires in Spain and Portugal have claimed two more lives, as local authorities request assistance from Spanish troops. The wildfires have caused widespread devastation across Spain's Extremadura and Portugal, with scores of people fleeing their homes.

Officials Urge Action

The urgency of the situation has prompted officials to call for assistance from Spanish troops, reinforcing the country's fire-fighting efforts. The wildfires have burnt across tens of thousands of acres, causing devastation on an unprecedented scale.

Original source: BBC News