WorldPublished: 25 July 2026 at 09:37

Thousands evacuated as historic wildfires rage near Madrid

Historic wildfires near Madrid force thousands to evacuate, with residents reporting a strong smell of burning as firefighters work to contain the blazes.

Historic wildfires are raging near the Spanish capital Madrid, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. According to France 24 correspondent Sarah Morris, firefighters are making efforts to contain the fires. People in the area report a strong smell of burning. The wildfires are being described as historic due to their scale and intensity. No further details on the causes or casualties have been released yet.

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