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Arson-Led Wildfire Wave in Cantabria Eases to One Active Blaze as Winds Lash Region

Officials blame southerly gales, low humidity, unusual warmth for rapid spread.

Overview

  • Emergency services reported 20 deliberate ignitions overnight, with eight controlled by morning as six remained active across Cantabria.
  • Authorities maintained maximum alert status and concentrated resources on Puente Viesgo, Peñas de Bejes, and Proaño due to risks to roads and nearby towns.
  • By afternoon, most fronts were extinguished or controlled, leaving only the Peñas de Bejes fire active and weakening, according to the regional government.
  • AEMET flagged very high danger driven by southerly gusts near 110 km/h, very dry air, and unseasonably warm temperatures, with storm Claudia offering no relief.
  • No injuries or property losses were reported, though environmental damage included burned centenary chestnut trees in El Habario.