British woman becomes 13th victim of wildfire in southern Spain, officials say
A British woman who was taken to hospital after a wildfire in Spain's Andalusia region has died, bringing the total death toll to 13, local authorities confirmed.
Officials in the southern Spanish region of Andalusia have confirmed that a British woman has died after being hospitalized following a major wildfire. She is the 13th person to lose their life in the tragedy.
The wildfire swept through parts of the region, fanned by hot and dry conditions typical of the area. Emergency services worked to contain the blaze, but the fire proved deadly. The exact circumstances of the woman's injury and cause of death have not been officially disclosed.
The incident highlights the ongoing risk of wildfires in southern Europe during the summer months. Rescue teams remain on alert, and local authorities have expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
