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Firefighters tackle a wildfire near Cebreros, Ávila province, on July 28
Spain wildfires: is it safe to travel right now? Latest advice

Major fires in Spain have largely stabilised but there are still blazes affecting Castellon in Valencia and Tarragona. Here’s everything you need to know


Wildfire burning near the village of Asomatos in Crete, Greece, on Thursday, July 30, 2026
Greece wildfires: is it safe to travel right now? Latest advice

Marseille firefighters work to extinguish a forest fire on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
What are my rights if a wildfire affects my holiday?

Two firefighting helicopters drop water on a wildfire, with a plume of smoke in the background and a dark forest below.
Two firefighting helicopters drop water on a wildfire, with a plume of smoke in the background and a dark forest below.
Wildfires Q&A: Your questions answered

Marseille firefighters work to extinguish a forest fire on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Marseille firefighters work to extinguish a forest fire on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
What are my rights if a wildfire affects my holiday?







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