Galician leaders express condolences for deadly Almería wildfire

At least 11 people have died and 19 remain missing after a wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería, prompting condolences from Galician political leaders. The fire, which started on Thursday, is believed to have been caused by a fallen power cable Source: elespanol.

Political reactions

Galician President Alfonso Rueda said he was "consternado" (distraught) and offered support to Andalusian President Juanma Moreno Source: infobae. BNG leader Ana Pontón expressed "support and solidarity" with victims' families, noting Galicia's own experience with wildfires Source: elespanol. PSdeG spokesman Julio Torrado called the situation "absolutely dramatic" and urged climate change deniers to "shut up, observe and learn" Source: infobae.

Fire details

• The fire originated in Los Gallardos, Almería, and spread rapidly Source: elespanol.
• Four of the deceased are British nationals, found inside a car Source: elespanol.
• Seven others died trying to escape on foot; only two survived Source: elespanol.
• Four people are seriously injured, and emergency services continue to battle two fronts Source: elespanol.

The Junta de Andalucía described it as "the fire with the greatest consequences to date" in the region.