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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Wildfire Kills At Least 11 In Southern Spain
Caption: Wildfire Kills At Least 11 In Southern Spain. At least 11 people have died and 19 remain missing after a fast-moving wildfire swept through southern Spain during the country's second heatwave of the summer. Andalucía emergency minister Antonio Sanz said the victims died while trying to escape the flames near the village of Bédar, with four believed to be British nationals. Eight people were injured, including four seriously, as emergency crews continued searching for more victims. Sanz said those who died had attempted to flee despite advice to stay indoors or follow official evacuation routes. Around 120 people were evacuated, while 150 firefighters and 220 military emergency personnel were deployed to battle the blaze. Officials said difficult terrain has hampered firefighting efforts, and the wildfire is believed to have been sparked by a fallen power line. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed condolences, as extreme heat continues to fuel destructive wildfires across southern Europe. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Spain,Andalucía,Antonio Sanz,Almería,Los Gallardos,Bédar,wildfire,heatwave,Pedro Sánchez,firefighters,climate,forest fire,emergency services,missing people,casualties,natural disaster
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