Tag #Spanish Wildfires

What was the initial governmental response to the wildfires, and what were its immediate impacts on the affected regions?

Over 115,000 hectares have burned in 10 days, with 9,000 evacuations and fires still raging. Initially, the government's response was slow, with the Prime Minister only contacting regional presidents by phone after several days and later visiting affected areas. A minister stated her availability only if needed, highlighting a lack of immediate governmental presence.",