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British couple saved from ravine after deadly wildfires in Span
Civil Guard officers rescued the pair after more than two hours, and they remain in intensive care with burns covering 40% of their bodies.
- On Sunday, Spanish Civil Guards rescued two British hikers found alive but badly burned following deadly wildfires in southern Spain near the municipality of El Pocico.
- At least 12 people have died in wildfires near Bédar in Almeria Province, with authorities believing the victims were foreign tourists who attempted to flee on foot after abandoning vehicles.
- Sergeant Pedro Barre said experience prompted the team to re-check the area, eventually hearing faint sounds. Rescuer Rafael Zea said their injuries meant it must have taken a "Titanic effort" for them to be heard.
- The two unidentified hikers are thought to have suffered 40% burns, according to Spanish national broadcaster RTVE. They remain in serious condition in hospital, though authorities confirm their lives are not believed to be in danger.
- Spain has faced severe heatwaves in recent years, with temperatures often exceeding 40C. Record-setting heat in June resulted in more than 1,000 excess deaths, underscoring ongoing climate risks.
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At least a dozen people have already died in the fire.
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Leaning Left8Leaning Right6Center9Last UpdatedBias Distribution39% Center
Bias Distribution
- 39% of the sources are Center
39% Center
L 35%
C 39%
R 26%
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