Hundreds of firefighters battled wildfires spreading across Portugal, Spain and Greece as southern Europe faced dry, hot conditions.
Crews worked to contain multiple blazes threatening rural communities and tourist areas. Summer wildfire seasons have lengthened in the Mediterranean basin amid recurring heat waves.
European Union civil protection mechanisms coordinated aircraft and personnel across borders. Evacuations were ordered in several villages as flames advanced.
Officials urged residents to avoid activities that could spark fires during red-flag weather periods.
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