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US: Grass Fire Forces Evacuations Near Cheyenne, Wyoming

A fast-moving grass fire driven by strong winds broke out Wednesday, December 17 near Cheyenne, southeast Wyoming, forcing evacuations in the Winchester Hills area. The blaze threatened nearby homes, and firefighters continue to respond. No injuries or fatalities have been reported.

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France: Bus Catches Fire in Le Raincy

On Wednesday morning, December 10, a Route 602 bus caught fire at a bus stop in Le Raincy. The blaze led to a gas leak which needed the temporary evacuation of nearby residents. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.

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Australia: Disaster Declared After Fast-Moving Bushfire Devastates NSW Central Coast

A fast-moving bushfire tore through Koolewong in New South Wales on Saturday, December 6, destroying at least 12 homes. Natural disasters were declared in six areas as more than 20 fires still remained uncontained across the state.

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US: No Injuries, Fire Erupts at Raleigh Convention Center Roof

A natural gas-related fire broke out on the roof of the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Monday night, December 1. Seventeen people were inside, but no injuries were reported.

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Mexico: 1 Dead as Illegal Fireworks Storage Sparks Explosion in Pesquería

A powerful explosion caused by the illegal storage of pyrotechnics erupted at a home in Pesquería, Nuevo León, Mexico, on Friday, November 28, leaving at least one person dead and several others injured. The blast severely damaged four houses and prompted evacuation of the Los Olmos neighborhood.

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Brazil: Fire Forces Evacuation at COP30 UN Climate Summit in Belém 2

Attendees were forced to evacuate a pavilion at the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, on Thursday, November 20, after a fire broke out, believed to have been sparked by a generator failure or short circuit. The fire was contained quickly, though 13 people were treated for smoke inhalation, and the affected "Blue Zone" was temporarily closed.

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Brazil: Fire Forces Evacuation at COP30 UN Climate Summit in Belém

Attendees were forced to evacuate a pavilion at the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, on Thursday, November 20, after a fire broke out, believed to have been sparked by a generator failure or short circuit. The fire was contained quickly, though 13 people were treated for smoke inhalation, and the affected "Blue Zone" was temporarily closed.

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Massive fire in southwestern Japan

Photo taken on Nov. 20, 2025, shows a temporary evacuation center in Oita following a massive fire that hit the southwestern Japan city's residential area.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Dead and Over 170 Buildings Damaged 2

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces. Authorities have confirmed the death of one person, whose gender has not been identified, found among the burnt remains.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Missing and Over 170 Buildings Damaged

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces.

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US: Pack Fire Burns Nearly 2,000 Acres in Mono County, California

A wildfire in Mono County, California, destroyed more that two dozen structures and burned 1,974 acres near McGee Creek Road and Highway 395. The Pack Fire, which started on November 13, prompted mandatory evacuations in Long Valley and McGee Creek, affecting around 1,800 residents, while nearby communities remained under warnings. As of the evening of November 17, the fire was 83% contained, with 614 firefighters and multiple air tankers deployed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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US: Massive Warehouse Fire Rages in Baltimore’s Remington Neighborhood

A four-alarm fire engulfed a commercial warehouse in Baltimore’s Remington neighborhood near 23rd Street and Hampden Avenue on November 7, 2025, sending a massive plume of smoke over the city. The blaze led to the evacuation of 23 nearby residents just 50 feet away, but no injuries were reported among civilians or firefighters.

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China: Luggage Catches Fire on Airplane, Cabin Crew Puts Out Blaze

On October 18, 2025, in Zhejiang, located in eastern China, a sudden fire broke out in a piece of luggage stored inside the cabin of an airplane. Passengers shouted in alarm as smoke filled the air for a moment. A flight attendant quickly rushed over with a fire extinguisher and managed to put out the flames, preventing further danger.

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Australia: Hundreds Evacuated from PAX AUS Gaming Festival due to False Alarm 2

Hundreds of people were forced to evacuate the PAX Australia gaming festival at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Saturday, October 11, after a fire alarm was activated. The incident, which saw people rushing towards the doors, was confirmed by officials to be a false alarm, with no fire or injuries reported.

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Australia: Hundreds Evacuated from PAX AUS Gaming Festival due to False Alarm

Hundreds of people were forced to evacuate the PAX Australia gaming festival at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Saturday, October 11, after a fire alarm was activated. The incident, which saw people rushing towards the doors, was confirmed by officials to be a false alarm, with no fire or injuries reported.

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US: Explosion Sparks Massive Fire at Chevron Refinery in El Segundo, CA 8

An explosion and fire rocked a refinery in El Segundo, Los Angeles County on Thursday night, October 2, causing massive plumes of flames that could be seen for miles. Officials said there was no public threat, and no injuries or evacuation orders were reported.

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US: Explosion Sparks Massive Fire at Chevron Refinery in El Segundo, CA 7

An explosion and fire rocked a refinery in El Segundo, Los Angeles County on Thursday night, October 2, causing massive plumes of flames that could be seen for miles. Officials said there was no public threat, and no injuries or evacuation orders were reported.

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Spain: Pico del Lobo Wildfire Raised to Level 2 Alert, Prompts Evacuations

A wildfire on Pico del Lobo, Guadalajara, broke out on Sunday, September 21, prompting Castilla-La Mancha to raise its status to level 2. Evacuation orders were issued for Peñalba de la Sierra and Cabida. Reports indicate the flames have begun to affect non-forest property.

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US: Smoke From Wildfires Blankets Central Washington Sky Amid Red Flag Warning

Wildfires, including the Labor Mountain Fire and Lower Sugarloaf Fire, have raged in Chelan County, central Washington, as of Thursday, September 25. Smoke from the fires covered the sky in Wenatchee. A Red Flag warning was in effect due to strong winds and dry conditions, prompting authorities to expand Level 3 evacuation areas due to the blazes.

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UK: Warehouse Explosion Sparks Major Fire in Swindon

An explosion triggered a large fire at a warehouse on Crompton Road in Swindon’s Groundwell Industrial Estate on Wednesday evening, September 24. Nearby buildings were evacuated, and residents were advised to stay indoors. An investigation is underway.

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UK: Fire Forces Evacuation, Delays Flights at London Stansted Airport

A small fire broke out at the Escape Lounge in London Stansted Airport at 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, producing smoke that forced the temporary closure of the security area and the evacuation of nearby passengers. The fire was quickly extinguished, and no injuries were reported. Security reopened around 6 a.m., but significant delays occurred as passengers were unable to reach their flights on time.

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UK: London Euston Station Evacuated After Reports of Train Fire

Passengers were evacuated from Euston station in Borough of Camden, central London, on Thursday morning, September 18, after reports of a train on fire.

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US: California’s Garnet Fire Burns 57,000 Acres in Sierra Nevada, Forces Evacuations

The Garnet Fire, sparked by lightning on August 24 in the Sierra National Forest near Garnet Dike, central California has burned about 57,000 acres and is 15% contained. Fire activity remains intense, particularly on the northwestern front, where crews are struggling with steep terrain that limits the use of heavy equipment. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for multiple zones, with warnings in surrounding areas. Road closures affect McKinley Grove Road and sections of Trimmer Springs Road.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 6

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 3

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 2

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 4

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres and was 20% contained as of the morning on Sunday.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 5

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres and was 20% contained as of the morning on Sunday.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 2

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to 200 acres.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 3

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to 200 acres.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 34,000 acres as of Friday, September 5, despite the dedication of over 1,000 firefighters.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and grew to 140 acres.

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US: Root Fire Forces Evacuations in Shasta County, California 2

The Root Fire, which erupted on Monday, September 1 near Castle Crags in Shasta County, California, burned 758 acres as of Wednesday. Evacuation orders were issued for several nearby areas.

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Spain: Level 2 Forest Fire Erupts in Molinaseca, Forcing Evacuations 2

A level 2 forest fire broke out in Molinaseca, El Bierzo region, on Sunday, August 24, prompting evacuations in Molinaseca and Lombillo de los Barrios.

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Spain: Level 2 Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Garaño, León

Several wildfires continued to rage in León as of Monday, August 25, including the IGR2 (level 2) fire in Garaño, which is at a Level 2 alert. The towns of Mora de Luna and Vega de Caballeros have been evacuated due to the Garaño fire.

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Spain: Level 2 Forest Fire Erupts in Molinaseca, Forcing Evacuations

A level 2 forest fire broke out in Molinaseca, El Bierzo region, on Sunday, August 24, prompting evacuations in Molinaseca and Lombillo de los Barrios.

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A helicopter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A firefighter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A firefighter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A firefighter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Forest fire on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby villages. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A helicopter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

A firefighter works in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Neighbors watch the advance of the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced authorities to evacuate five nearby villages. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Drive Evacuations in Leon

Local residents help in the tasks to extinguish the fire, on August 24, 2025, in Molinaseca, León, Castilla y León (Spain). The advance of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) 2 forest fires that have been declared this Sunday, August 24, in the towns of Garaño and Molinaseca, in the province of León, have forced the authorities to evacuate five nearby towns. Specifically, the municipalities evacuated by the Garaño fire are Viñayo, Piedrasecha, Portilla de Luna and Sagüera de Luna. For its part, the Molinaseca forest fire has forced the evacuation of the nearby town of the same name. Photo by Alejandro Martínez Velez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM