Fire in Teruel Causes Evacuation in Spain
Two wildfires occurred in Spain on Sunday. One in Aragon requested military help. Another in Catalonia forced the evacuation of thousands of people.
A wildfire in Tarragona, started in Aiguamúrcia, is currently burning. The Generalitat of Catalonia ordered evacuations of four urbanizations in Querol. This was done using the ES-Alert system. Over 2,500 people were affected by the fire. The fire has burned across 114 hectares.
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Highlights
Aragon Wildfires Trigger Alert
Two wildfires in Aragon and Catalonia have started, prompting a government alert.
UME Assistance Requested
The government of Aragon asked the Military Emergency Unit for help.
Querol Evacuation Ordered
Four urbanizations in Querol were evacuated due to the fire.
Fire in Aiguamúrcia
The fire began yesterday in the town of Aiguamúrcia.
Significant Hectares Burned
Over 114 hectares of land have been burned by the fire.