British woman becomes 13th to die in deadly Spanish fires

WorldEnvironment
13 Jul 2026 • 2:02 PM MYT
The Independent
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British woman becomes 13th to die in deadly Spanish fires

  • A 93-year-old British woman has died from severe burns sustained in the devastating Spanish wildfires, bringing the total fatalities to 13, with at least four believed to be British.
  • Two British hikers, suffering 40% burns, were found alive by Civil Guards after being reported missing, and are now in a serious but stable condition in hospital.
  • Spanish authorities suggest victims were foreign tourists who abandoned vehicles and attempted to escape on foot through rugged terrain.
  • The son of a Belgian victim disputes official claims that his father and others ignored advice, stating no clear guidance was provided by emergency services before they tried to flee.
  • The Andalusian government, however, maintains that local mayors and police either directed residents to safe evacuation routes or instructed them to shelter in place.

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