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Firefighters battle large-scale wildfire in Spain’s Aragon region

More than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft have been deployed in northeastern Spain to tackle a major wildfire that has consumed 7,600 hectares of land.

By 16 Jul 2026 · 21:30 CET Updated 16 Jul 2026 · 21:30 CET

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According to Euronews, emergency services are currently working to contain a rapidly spreading blaze in the Aragon region. As of 16 July, the fire had already swept across approximately 7,600 hectares of land, prompting a significant mobilisation of resources.

Authorities have deployed more than 400 personnel and 19 aircraft to the affected area to combat the flames. The incident is occurring amidst a heatwave, which is exacerbating concerns regarding the conditions in the region.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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