Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate, with witnesses telling the BBC of a 'wall of flames', fear and stress.
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Key facts
- Wildfires are affecting parts of France and Spain.
- More than 300,000 people have been forced to evacuate, according to the BBC.
- Witnesses described a 'wall of flames' to the BBC.
- Locals and visitors reported disbelief, fear and stress.
Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate, according to the BBC. Witnesses who spoke to the broadcaster described disbelief and anxiety as the fires spread.
Both locals and visitors recounted their experiences to the BBC, with some describing a ‘wall of flames’. Those affected included residents and people visiting the regions, the BBC reported.
Further details, including the specific areas affected, the number of casualties and the response by authorities, were not available in the reporting reviewed.
Why it matters
Wildfires that force more than 300,000 people to evacuate affect large numbers of residents and visitors across two countries. The scale of the evacuations reported by the BBC indicates a significant emergency, though full details of the impact were not yet available.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have been evacuated?
According to the BBC, more than 300,000 people have been forced to evacuate due to the wildfires in France and Spain.
Which countries are affected?
The wildfires are affecting parts of France and Spain, according to the BBC.
What did witnesses say about the fires?
Witnesses told the BBC of disbelief and anxiety, with some describing a 'wall of flames', fear and stress.
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- Wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stress
BBC World: Local and visitors tell the BBC of disbelief and anxiety as wildfires force more than 300,000 people to evacuate.
- France and Spain wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stress
BBC World: Local and visitors tell the BBC of disbelief and anxiety as wildfires force more than 300,000 people to evacuate.