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Europa enfrenta una nueva era de megaincendios mientras la ola de calor agrava la crisis en Francia y España
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· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Temperatures in the region are forecasted to reach extreme highs, with Burdeos expected to reach 107 degrees Fahrenheit and parts of Spain expected to surpass 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
A severe heat wave is affecting parts of Europe, particularly France and Spain, where massive wildfires are burning. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes as temperatures are expected to rise even higher. Temperatures in the region are forecasted to reach extreme highs, with Burdeos expected to reach 107 degrees Fahrenheit and parts of Spain expected to surpass 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
The heat wave is expected to last at least until Sunday in Spain. Further details on the situation are available from CNN Español, including information on the number of people affected by the wildfires and the ongoing efforts to combat the blazes.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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