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Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
By Elena Becatoros, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 5, 2026
· 4 min read
Hundreds of firefighters battled wildfires in Portugal, Greece and Spain on Sunday, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements to Portugal to help with a massive blaze burning for more than three days.Authorities urged residents in parts of Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city, to remain i...
Key takeaway The EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid said that Spain sent 120 firefighters and 45 vehicles as reinforcements to Portugal on Friday, while three firefighting aircraft from Italy and Spain were also dispatched to help.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The wildfires raging in Portugal, Greece, and Spain serve as a stark reminder of the devastating power of uncontrolled fires, a threat that is also relevant to the San Antonio area, including Terrell Hills . As a community surrounded by wildland-urban interface areas, residents of Terrell Hills should be aware of the importance of fire safety and prevention. The efforts of hundreds of firefighters in Europe to combat these massive blazes underscore the need for local preparedness and vigilance. In Terrell Hills, this means being mindful of burn bans, maintaining defensible spaces around homes, and having emergency plans in place. The city's fire department and emergency management officials should also take note of the international response to these wildfires, including the deployment of water-dropping aircraft and reinforcements from neighboring countries, to inform their own strategies for combating wildfires in the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Hundreds of firefighters battled wildfires in Portugal, Greece and Spain on Sunday, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements to Portugal to help with a massive blaze burning for more than three days.Authorities urged residents in parts of Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city, to remain i...
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