A British couple was rescued severely burned from a ravine after being caught in Spain's Almeria wildfires. At least 12 people, including four Britons, have died in the blazes that burned approximately 7,000 hectares.
The wildfires highlight the increasing threat of extreme weather events driven by climate change and raise questions about emergency preparedness and communication during natural disasters, particularly for foreign residents.
A British couple, Emma and Simon Michell, were found severely burned and semi-conscious in a ravine after being caught in wildfires in Spain's Almeria province. The couple, who moved to the village of Bédar three years ago, were relieved to find their home had survived the blaze, though they expressed anger over the lack of clear evacuation instructions from authorities. The wildfires have claimed at least 13 lives, including five believed to be Britons, with a 93-year-old woman dying in hospital from her injuries. The fire, fueled by winds up to 50 km/h, burned through approximately 7,000 hectares (17,300 acres) of land before being contained. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is expected to visit the affected area. Climate change is cited as a factor increasing the frequency and intensity of such events.