Thousands in Spain return home but new heatwave raises wildfire fears
Spain and France are both braced for the start of the fourth heatwave so far this summer and some fires have continued to burn.
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"Things are progressing favourably, with maximum caution."
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Spain and France are both braced for the start of the fourth heatwave so far this summer and some fires have continued to burn.
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