Spain hit by megafires: 77,000 hectares burned and 90,000 evacuated
Three wildfires in Spain have burned 77,000 hectares and forced the evacuation or confinement of 90,000 people.
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The fact
The fires affect Madrid, Ávila, and Toledo, fueled by strong winds and persistent drought.
King Felipe VI visited an evacuation center for victims near Madrid.
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Why it matters
Ces mégafeux menacent des zones densément peuplées et illustrent l'impact du changement climatique sur l'Europe du Sud, avec des conséquences humanitaires et économiques majeures.