2026 Los Gallardos wildfire

When

9 Jul 2026 – 24 Jul 2026

Kind

Wildfire

Coordinates

37.14° N, 2.01° W

Description

forest wildfire in Los Gallardos, Andalusia, Spain in the XXI century

Deaths

12

Injured

18

Cause

not yet determined

Ongoing wildfire in Spain

On 9 July 2026, a deadly wildfire broke out near Los Gallardos, Almería Province, Andalusia, Spain, burning dry esparto grass, pastures, and low scrub. It has destroyed numerous vehicles and homes, resulting in 16 deaths, at least 17 injuries, 10 people missing and the evacuation of more than 1,600 residents. The wildfire is the deadliest in Andalusian history and the third deadliest in Spanish history.

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