A wildfire on the Spanish island of La Palma forced the evacuation of at least 500 people - the first natural crisis on the island since the 2021 volcanic eruption, Reuters reports, citing local authorities.
The fire started early Saturday morning in El Pinar de Puntagorda, a wooded area in the north of the island in the Canaries.
At least 12 houses caught fire, Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo informed.
"The number of people who need to be evacuated could rise. It depends on whether we can bring these strong winds under control," Clavijo said.
Spain is one of the European experiencing a record-breaking heatwave.