Wildfires ravage northeastern Spain
Several hundred firefighters backed by 16 water-dropping helicopters and airplanes battled Spain's first major wildfire of the summer on Wednesday, the authorities said.
Wildfires are as much a part of life in Western Europe as they are in the American West, often with the toll on human life and property just as high. Pray with us for the safety of the Spanish fire-fighters who are battling this first major blaze of the season in Spain. Pray that those who are affected by the flames and smoke, for their health and safety.
The fire, which has ravaged over 2,000 hectares (5,000 acres) in northeastern Spain, broke out amid scorching temperatures on Tuesday afternoon in a pine forest near the town of Zuera.
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Wildfires are as much a part of life in Western Europe as they are in the American West, often with the toll on human life and property just as high. Pray with us for the safety of the Spanish fire-fighters who are battling this first major blaze of the season in Spain. Pray that those who are affected by the flames and smoke, for their health and safety.