The President of the Regional Government of Andalusia, Juanma Moreno, announced that the forest fire declared on July 9 in Los Gallardos (Almería, Spain) is now under control. Sparked by a fallen high-voltage power pole, the fire left at least 13 dead, 23 missing, and 1,400 evacuated in a tragedy that has shocked Europe.
Un impactante remolino de fuego consumiendo un árbol fue captado por un fotógrafo argentino durante el voraz incendio en Almería, España. El fuego, iniciado el 9 de julio, ya dejó 12 muertos, 23 desaparecidos y 6.600 hectáreas calcinadas, estabilizándose recién el 12 de julio.
The wildfire in Los Gallardos, Spain, which started on July 9, has finally stabilized after scorching 6,600 hectares. Authorities have confirmed 12 fatalities and 23 missing persons, as DNA samples are sent to Madrid for identification.
The devastating wildfire that erupted on July 9 in Almería, southern Spain, has finally been stabilized thanks to calmer winds. Despite the tragic toll, the massive emergency response brings hope to the affected communities.
The fierce wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería (southern Spain), has scorched 6,600 hectares since July 9, 2026. Despite 12 fatalities and 23 missing persons, authorities report that the wind has died down, offering a much-needed window of opportunity to combat the flames.
Tras el terrible incendio forestal en Almería, España, que ya deja 6.600 hectáreas calcinadas y 12 víctimas fatales, las condiciones meteorológicas mejoran. Los equipos de emergencia pasan a la ofensiva mientras trabajan en la identificación genética de los fallecidos y buscan a 23 personas no localizadas.
A devastating wildfire is sweeping through southern Spain, leaving at least 12 people dead and 23 missing. The fire has scorched over 3,200 hectares in Almería, catching residents and foreign tourists off guard. Authorities attribute the tragedy to an extreme heatwave and strong winds.
A massive wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería, has tragically claimed the lives of 12 people, with 23 still missing. Foreign residents were caught off guard while fleeing. Authorities are working tirelessly in an unprecedented rescue operation, bringing hope to a devastated region.
A devastating wildfire broke out on July 9, 2026, in Los Gallardos, Almería, leaving 11 people dead and around 1,000 evacuated. Authorities describe it as the deadliest disaster in the history of the Andalusian community, with active fires also in Málaga and Córdoba.
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Alfredo S. Quiroga
