Muir Fire Slows, Affects Large Area
A large wildfire, La Mierla, is burning in Guadalajara, Spain. Helicopters are fighting the fire. Many people have been evacuated from the village of Muriel.
The wildfire has spread across a large area, covering about 29,000 hectares. This includes the Barcones municipality. The fire is the biggest one ever in the Castilla-La Mancha region. People are being moved out of danger because of the smoke and bad air. Water is being dropped from helicopters to try and stop the fire’s spread.
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Highlights
Muriel Evacuated Due to Fire
The village of Muriel in Spain was evacuated because of a large wildfire.
La Mierla Fire Size
The wildfire has burned over 29,000 hectares.
Largest Wildfire in Region
This is the biggest wildfire in Castilla-La Mancha.
Helicopters Fighting the Fire
Helicopters are dropping water on the fire.
Smoke and Evacuations
Smoke and poor air quality are causing evacuations in nearby towns.