Spain: Emergency crews battle wildfire raging north of Madrid
More than 25 firefighting aircraft have been deployed to battle a wildfire raging in central Spain for three days. The blaze continues to threaten a wide area north of Madrid.
More than 25 firefighting aircraft have joined efforts to contain a wildfire that has been burning for three days in central Spain. The blaze continues to threaten rural areas north of Madrid.
Emergency crews said strong winds and high temperatures have made the fire difficult to contain. Evacuation measures remain under consideration in some nearby communities.
Officials said firefighting operations are expected to continue over the coming days, with weather conditions likely to determine the blaze's course. Spain has faced a series of similar wildfires this summer season.
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