Deadly wildfire scorches Almeria province in Spain LOS GALLARDOS, SPAIN - JULY 11: Emergency operations continue near Bedar as security forces restrict access to the wildfire-affected area and direct local residents away from danger in Almeria province, Spain, on July 11, 2026. Firefighters, supported by helicopters and other emergency teams, carry out containment, surveillance and recovery operations across the burned landscape, while roads leading toward the fire zone remain under security control. Improved weather conditions helped crews gain the upper hand over the blaze and intensify efforts to prevent it from spreading further. The wildfire killed at least 12 people and burned about 6,600 hectares of forest, farmland and surrounding r