Spain is facing a severe wildfire crisis fueled by an extreme heatwave and prolonged drought, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius across much of the country. Since early August 2025, multiple wildfires have erupted, particularly in northern regions such as Castile and León and areas near Madrid. The fires have forced the evacuation of over 10,700 people and have burned approximately 115,000 hectares of land. The blazes have resulted in at least three fatalities, including a man near Madrid who suffered burns over 98% of his body and a volunteer firefighter who died battling the fires in northwestern Spain. Authorities have reported that the entire country is on high alert, with many regions classified at "very high to extreme" risk for new wildfires. In response to the escalating situation, Spain has requested assistance from European partners, including the deployment of Canadair firefighting planes. Firefighters from France have also expressed their full support. The Interior Minister of Spain, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, has suspended his vacation to oversee the crisis, while the government currently excludes direct management of the fires. The wildfires are part of a broader pattern affecting southern Europe, with Greece, Portugal, Turkey, and Albania also battling intense fires amid record-breaking heat. In Greece, more than 20 wildfires are active, including one threatening the city of Patras, the country's third-largest city. The situation remains critical as strong winds and dry conditions continue to fuel the blazes, complicating containment efforts and causing widespread damage to homes, forests, and infrastructure.