Wildfires rage in Spain and Portugal as heatwave continues
Published: 8/16/2025

Thousands of firefighters battle massive blazes in Spain and Portugal amid a heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 44C in some areas. Spain's Aemet warns of a high risk of fires across the country, with over 1,500 sq km devastated and seven casualties reported. The heatwave has triggered wildfires in various southern European nations, including Spain, Portugal, Greece, France, and the Balkans.