Madrid Battles Worst Wildfire in History Amid Mass Evacuations
Tens of thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate as wildfires near Madrid and Ávila turn the skies orange.
By Europa Express25 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CETUpdated 25 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET
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Core Briefing: Madrid Battles Worst Wildfire in History Amid Mass Evacuations
Strategic Context: Tens of thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate as wildfires near Madrid and Ávila turn the skies orange.
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According to Euronews, wildfires near Madrid and Ávila have forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes. The blazes, described as the worst in Madrid's history, have drastically altered the landscape.
Footage and reports highlight that the fires have turned the sky orange and the sun a blood-red colour over the affected towns.