Wildfires in Spain have scorched more than 4,000 hectares (9,900 acres) of forest in Spain's eastern Castellon region forcing hundreds of villagers to flee their homes
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The flames scorched more than 4,000 hectares of forest in Spain's eastern Castellon region in what marked an unusually early start to the nation's wildfire season.Residents recounted fleeing their houses and leaving animals behind. More than 500 firefighters supported by 20 planes and helicopters were working to bring the blaze under control near
The blaze also spread to the Teruel area of the Aragon region, where 200 people had to be evacuated, authorities said.A map showing the affected region
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