Residents Return to Guadalajara After Fire Nightmare
A large fire in Guadalajara, Spain, has forced over 1,000 people to leave their homes. They are staying in a sports hall. Some residents are starting to return to their damaged villages.
The wildfire started six days ago in the Sierra Norte de Guadalajara. It burned a large area, covering 32,000 hectares. People described the fire as very loud and intense. Many older residents are having trouble after losing their homes. Some people stayed behind to protect their animals and beehives.
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Highlights
Evacuation Numbers High
Over 1,000 people were evacuated due to the Guadalajara fire.
Pastor's Defiance
A pastor stayed in his village despite the fire, protecting his livestock.
Homes Destroyed
More than 32,000 hectares were burned in the wildfire.
Residents Describe Horror
Some residents said the fire sounded like "hell".
Evacuees Face Loss
Many evacuees are elderly and lost their homes.