Wildfire in Avila Becomes Largest in History of Spain - Reports

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2026-07-27
MOSCOW, July 27 (RIA Novosti) - A wildfire in Spain's Avila province has burned about 50,000 hectares (124,000 acres), becoming the largest in the country's history since records began, Spanish broadcaster La Sexta reported. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the Cabinet will declare the wildfire-hit areas disaster zones on Tuesday, unlocking additional aid and recovery measures. Spain has recorded 32 major wildfires since the start of 202......
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