Spain: Wildfire Breaks Out in Gavà, Catalonia, Forcing Lockdown for Thousands of Residents

A wildfire broke out in Gavà, Catalonia, on Wednesday, July 8, prompting a lockdown affecting 6,000 people. Firefighters stabilized the fire by the evening, and the lockdown was lifted.

Spain: Smoke Rises From Wildfire Near Selvanera, Catalonia

Firefighters brought a wildfire under control near Selvanera in Torrefeta i Florejacs, in Catalonia's Segarra region, after it broke out Tuesday in an unharvested cereal field. The blaze, which burned an estimated 113.25 hectares, forced a lockdown of several municipalities that was lifted Tuesday afternoon.

Spain: Sentmenat Fire Forces Evacuations Amid Catalonia Blazes

Three major wildfires broke out simultaneously in Catalonia, Spain, on Monday, July 6, near Sentmenat, Anoia, and Artesa de Segre, straining local firefighters and prompting the government to call in Spain's Military Emergencies Unit for help. The Sentmenat fire, sparked by an excavator, burned about 90 hectares and forced evacuations and confinements in nearby towns.

Spain: Sentmenat Fire Forces Evacuations Amid Catalonia Blazes 2

Three major wildfires broke out simultaneously in Catalonia, Spain, on Monday, July 6, near Sentmenat, Anoia, and Artesa de Segre, straining local firefighters and prompting the government to call in Spain's Military Emergencies Unit for help. The Sentmenat fire, sparked by an excavator, burned about 90 hectares and forced evacuations and confinements in nearby towns.

Spain: Wildfire Near La Bisbal d’Empordà Forces Thousands to Shelter in Place 2

A wildfire that broke out near La Bisbal d'Empordà in the Baix Empordà region of Catalonia, Spain, on Friday, July 3, has burned over 2,300 hectares and eight houses in the area. Authorities lifted shelter-in-place orders for around 12,000 residents on Sunday after the fire was stabilized.

Spain: Wildfire Near La Bisbal d’Empordà Forces Thousands to Shelter in Place

A wildfire broke out near La Bisbal d'Empordà in the Baix Empordà region of Catalonia, Spain, on Friday, July 3, driven by strong winds. Around 9,700 residents across several municipalities were ordered to shelter in place, with the fire burning over 2,300 hectares and remaining out of control.

Spain: Fire Ravages Arcofrut Cooperative in Lleida, Prompting Evacuations

Firefighters brought a major blaze under control on Tuesday morning, June 9, at the Arcofrut fruit cooperative in Lleida, Spain, after it broke out late Monday night, June 8 and spread rapidly through the facility's exterior and two of its three warehouses. Four people suffered minor injuries, nearby residents were briefly evacuated over fears of an ammonia tank explosion, and authorities are investigating whether the fire was deliberately set after indications it may have started at two separate points.

Spain: Massive Blaze Breaks Out at Honda Motorcycle Factory Near Barcelona

A major structural fire broke out on Friday, June 5, at the Montesa Honda motorcycle factory in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, near Barcelona, prompting the evacuation of around 150 workers from the facility and surrounding buildings. Authorities reported no injuries.

Spain: 2026 La Patum Completa Draws Crowds to Berga Despite Downpour

Thousands gathered in Berga, in the Catalonia region of Spain, on Thursday, June 4, for La Patum Completa. The centuries-old annual festival, declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, was held in full despite heavy rain.

US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

UME personnel work in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A burned sign in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

UME personnel work in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A member of the UME works in an area affected by the fire, July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

Cans in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

UME personnel work in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A UME vehicle in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A car in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

UME personnel work in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A sign in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A house in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A car in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A man in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A helicopter in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A man in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A man passes with a horse through an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

An area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

A man in an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

The Fire, Which Has Already Burned 3,321 Hectares, Is Under Control - Spain

Two people pass with horses through an area affected by the fire, on July 9, 2025, in Xerta, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The Bombers de la Generalitat have managed to stabilize the fire in Paüls (Tarragona), which started last Monday, July 7, at noon and has already burned 3,321 hectares, but for the moment they will maintain a "flexible" confinement of the population for safety reasons, since its road is a high point of extinguishing means. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A vehicle burned by the Paüls fire on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A resident of Aldover waters his farm after the Paüls fire, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A vehicle burned by the Paüls fire on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Remains of the Paüls fire on the Aldover road, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A vehicle burned by the Paüls fire on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A vehicle burned by the Paüls fire on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Smoke from the Paüls fire, on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

Thousands Told to Stay Home as Spain Forest Fire Rages on

A vehicle burned by the Paüls fire on July 8, 2025, in Aldover, Tarragona, Catalonia (Spain). The fire is active and out of control, with wind gusts of up to 90km/h. It is estimated that more than 2,500 hectares are burned by the fire in Paüls, which has forced the confinement of more than 2,000 people and has only been raised in the Remolins neighborhood of Tortosa. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM