Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe

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A wildfire near Almeria on Spain's Mediterranean coast has caused at least 12 deaths and left nearly 20 people unaccounted for amid rapidly spreading fire conditions. The disaster highlights persistent heat and fire crises affecting southern Europe.

Nearly 20 people are still unaccounted for after a wildfire ripped through a tinder-dry area close to Spain’s Mediterranean coast on Thursday, according to regional officials. At least 12 people were killed by the rapidly spreading blaze, and four received severe burns. The wildfire – near Almeria on the Mediterranean – is the first in … The post Heat and fire generate overlapping problems for much of southern Europe appeared first on Egypt Independent.