‘The worst possible combination’: what has caused Spain’s deadly wildfires?

In southern Spain, a devastating wildfire has claimed at least 12 lives, fueled by an unprecedented heatwave, strong winds, and abundant dry vegetation. The rural exodus has left many areas with insufficient resources to combat such large-scale fires, exacerbating the crisis. This tragic event highlights the urgent need for better preparedness and management of wildfires, especially in regions facing climate change-induced conditions that make such disasters more likely.