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The Irish Sun
07-08-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
‘Too hot' people cry over new 39C & 40C holiday warning for Irish tourists as blistering heatwave sweeps popular spots
Homes, bars, and restaurants have been evacuated HOTTING UP 'Too hot' people cry over new 39C & 40C holiday warning for Irish tourists as blistering heatwave sweeps popular spots BLISTERING heatwaves are sweeping some of Ireland's favourite holiday hotspots, with some declaring the weather is simply "too hot". Both Spain and France have been bearing the brunt of temperatures as high as 40C. Advertisement 3 Temperatures will reach a scorching 40C in some areas Credit: x 3 Irish holidaygoers may have to rethink their plans Credit: x And a series of heat warnings have been put in place across both spots. The European countries are wildly popular among Irish holidaygoers in the summer months. Each year, thousands of families descend on the coastlines to soak up the sun and local culture. But this year, jetsetters have had to rethink their plans after temperatures on the continent soared. Advertisement It's likely that many tourists will spend much of their holiday inside to escape the heat. As Spain and France hit 40C, wildfires have spread across both countries. It emerged just yesterday that hotels, bars, and restaurants have been evacuated in the wake of the freak weather event. The fire, which started at a campervan site in the Cadiz province of Adalusia, began around 4pm on Tuesday. Advertisement From there, it easily spread across dry land toward the N-340 motorway. Wildfires erupt again in Spain & south of France killing at least one as tourists, hotels and beach bars evacuated Since then, all homes, bars, restaurants, and hotels between La Pena and Casas De Porros have been evacuated. Caravans in various parks have already been consumed by the flames, while the Wawa Hotel and multiple beach bars have been evacuated. Residents have been urged to avoid the area La Pena and Casas de Porros, while beachgoers have been warned to stay away. Advertisement Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather took to social media to share the news of the scorching temperatures. Posting on Facebook, he said: "A large number of weather warnings for Spain today and next few days for heatwave bringing temperatures above normal and could also get up to 40c in parts of Southern France. "Gran Canaria also has warning for up to 39c. Meanwhile in Ireland we might hit 21c." 'THEY CAN KEEP IT' Shocked punters took to the comment sections to exclaim their shock. Advertisement One person said: "Just back from Galicia, exceptionally warm weather for that part of the country, the land is parched, can't imagine what it is like in the south and east. "Climate Change having worry impact." Another commented: "I'm maxed at about 38C." A third put in: "Currently in Gran Canaria, will let you know how hot it gets." Advertisement And a fourth penned: "They can keep it!!" Another declared: "Too hot". According to AEMET, a warm and dry air mass from the African continent is pushing across the Iberian Peninsula, combining with high pressure and strong sunshine to create hazardous conditions across much of Spain. 3 Weather bosses took to social media to share the update Credit: x
The Irish Sun
06-08-2025
- The Irish Sun
Spain wildfire warning for Irish tourists as hotels & restaurants EVACUATED amid beach fears as strong winds fan flames
NO GO ZONE Spain wildfire warning for Irish tourists as hotels & restaurants EVACUATED amid beach fears as strong winds fan flames IRISH holidaygoers have been hit with a major wildfire warning as a popular holiday destination has been consumed by flames. Parts of Spain have been the victim of raging wildfires in recent days - sparking evacuations of homes, hotels, bars and restaurants. Advertisement 3 A recent Spanish heatwave saw temperatures reach as high as 40C Credit: AFP 3 France and Spain have been ravaged by wildfires for days Credit: AFP Strong winds have fanned flames in the Cadiz province of Adalusia in Spain. A fire started around 4pm on Tuesday in a campervan at the Torre de la Pena campsite. From there, it easily spread across dry land toward the N-340 motorway. Since then, all homes, bars, restaurants, and hotels between La Pena and Casas De Porros have been evacuated. Advertisement Caravans in various parks have already been consumed by the flames, while the Wawa Hotel and multiple beach bars have been evacuated. Residents have been urged to avoid the area La Pena and Casas de Porros, while beachgoers have been warned to stay away. It comes after a recent heatwave with temperatures much higher than usual reaching a scorching 40C. And across the border in France, over 11,000 hectares have been devastated by deadly wildfires. Advertisement More than 1,500 firefighters, several of which have been injured, are battling the flames. Two burned alive in Cyprus & another 10 killed in Turkey in horror wildfires A woman died in her home in the Aude area, while another person is in critical condition. The terrifying blazes mean that some of Europe's most popular holiday destinations are now a no-go zone. Each summer, thousands of Irish families descend on Spain and France to soak up the sun. Advertisement Coastal areas such as Malaga, the Canary Islands, Corsica, and Brittany are particularly popular. Now, however, holidaygoers may have to rethink their plans as the extreme weather conditions could be a danger to health. Visitors have been urged to follow the guidelines of the local authority in the country they have travelled to. WEATHER ADVICE FOR IRISH And although the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs said that travel precautions to Spain and France are "normal", they shared some advice for travellers. Advertisement They said: "Spain can at times experience extreme weather conditions. "During the extended summer months in Spain, many parts of the country will experience heatwaves with exceptionally high temperatures. "You can monitor information and alerts, including severe weather warnings, on the website of the Spanish Meteorological Agency, AEMET. "Citizens are advised to check the latest weather information before they travel and to follow the advice of the local authorities." Advertisement
Daily Record
06-08-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
Spain wildfires force evacuation of restaurants and bars near holiday resorts
The wildfire broke out on Tuesday afternoon in southern Spain, and has forced hotels and bars to be evacuated as well as several beach resorts Holidaymakers and residents have been forced to flee beach resorts across southern Spain after a rapidly spreading wildfire broke out close to the popular coastal town of Tarifa in Cadiz, Andalusia. The inferno started at approximately 4pm on Tuesday when flames erupted from a motorhome at Torre de la Pena campsite, quickly racing across the drought-stricken, mountainous landscape and threatening residential areas, campsites, and tourist hotspots. Fierce winds have intensified the blaze, shrouding neighbouring beaches in thick black smoke and forcing authorities to close the N-340 highway between Las Pinas and Pedro Valiente, the Mirror reports. Emergency crews, including five helicopters, two water-bombing aircraft, a coordination plane, and multiple ground teams, are battling against the flames. Multiple caravans have already been destroyed by the fire, whilst venues including the Wawa Hotel and popular beachside bars known as chiringuitos have been forced to evacuate. Authorities have confirmed no injuries have occurred so far. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Tarifa's Mayor Jose Antonio Santos told La Sexta that the blaze represents "the fastest-spreading fire I've ever seen", describing the circumstances as "unprecedented" for the region. Local publication Europa Sur has confirmed that restaurants and hotels across roughly 3km from La Pena to Casas de Porros have been evacuated, reports the Irish Mirror. Beachgoers have received urgent warnings, whilst Algeciras Mayor Jose Ignacio Landaluce has pledged support for the emergency response. The public is being urged to avoid The vicinity, particularly as key access routes are still shut. The fire is dangerously close to the Estrecho Natural Park, and precautions are being taken to protect nearby communities, including Valdevaqueros. INFOCA, the Andalusian wildfire response agency, is leading coordination efforts on the ground. Operations at Gibraltar Airport - the closest airport just 48km away - remain unaffected, with all scheduled flights running on time. This recent blaze follows a string of wildfires across the Iberian Peninsula, including a significant one near Madrid last month. Officials throughout Spain and Portugal remain on high alert as the ongoing extreme summer heat and dry conditions pose a serious wildfire risk.
Irish Daily Mirror
06-08-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Spain hotels and bars evacuated as fast moving wildfire nears beach resorts
Tourists and residents have been evacuated from beach resorts in southern Spain after a fast-moving wildfire broke out near the popular town of Tarifa in the Cadiz province of Andalusia. The fire, which began around 4pm Tuesday in a motorhome at the Torre de la Pena campsite, has rapidly spread through dry, hilly terrain, threatening homes, campsites and tourist hotspots. Strong winds have fanned the flames, sending thick black smoke over nearby beaches and forcing the closure of the N-340 highway between Las Pinas and Pedro Valiente. Emergency crews, including five helicopters, two water-carrying planes, a coordination aircraft and multiple ground teams, are battling the blaze, Mirror UK reports. Several caravans have already been destroyed, and businesses such as the Wawa Hotel and local beach bars - known as chiringuitos - have been evacuated. No injuries have been reported by authorities so far. Tarifa Mayor Jose Antonio Santos told national channel La Sexta that the blaze is "the fastest-spreading fire I've ever seen", describing the event as "unprecedented" for the region. Restaurants and hotels have been evacuated in the approximate 3km between La Pena and Casas de Porros, local newspaper Europa Sur reported. A fire has taken hold in Cadiz, southern Spain (Image: @X) Warning messages have been sent to beachgoers and Algeciras Mayor José Ignacio Landaluce has pledged resources to support the emergency response. Residents are being urged to avoid the area, especially as access roads remain closed. The fire is dangerously close to the Estrecho Natural Park, and efforts are underway to protect nearby communities, including Valdevaqueros. INFOCA, the Andalusian wildfire response agency, is leading coordination efforts on the ground. Operations at Gibraltar Airport - the closest airport just 48km miles away - are currently unaffected, with all scheduled flights on time. This latest fire follows a string of wildfires across the Iberian Peninsula, including a major blaze near Madrid last month. Officials across Spain and Portugal remain on high alert as extreme summer heat and dry conditions continue to pose a serious wildfire risk. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Daily Mail
06-08-2025
- Daily Mail
Tourists and Spanish locals forced to evacuate after wildfire near beach resort
A dramatic forest fire near a beach resort in southern Spain has forced the evacuation of tourists and locals. Multiple aircraft have been roped in to tackle the inferno, which took hold in Cadiz in Andalusia on Tuesday afternoon. Specifically, the flames are spreading in the hills of Torre de la Peña, behind the hugely popular resort of Tarifa. According to the Andalucia firefighter service INFOCA, there are gusts of 20-25km/hr that are favouring the fire's spread. The fire is snaking very close to the N-340 highway and the Estrecho Natural Park - the former of which has been partially closed between Las Piñas and Pedro Valiente. Meanwhile, all bars, restaurants or hotels have been evacuated between La Peña and Casas de Porros, reports local newspaper Europa Sur. According to the local police, the fire started in a motorhome at the Torre la Peña campsite, which also had to be evacuated. The flames then blew westward, away from the campsite, and spread rapidly through a hilly and grassland area where homes and tourist establishments are scattered - including the Wawa Hotel, which is reported to have been affected by the fire. Several beach bars and 'chiringuitos' have also been evacuated due to the large amounts of ash being carried down to the shore. The blaze was first reported at around 4pm on Tuesday. The current firefighting operation involves five helicopters, two water-carrying planes, a coordination plane, five forest fire ground crews and more. Tarifa is often branded a 'surfer's paradise' due to its extremely wide beaches and tall waves. It comes just days after blazes erupted in Portugal, Greece, and Spain, while tornadoes struck tourist hotspots in parts of Spain and Switzerland. Thousands of firefighters battled a dozen wildfires raging in northern Portugal and central Spain into Wednesday, in the largest wave of blazes in the Iberian Peninsula so far this year following weeks of summer heat. The largest wildfire burned in the wooded, mountainous Arouca area - some 300 km (185 miles) north of Lisbon - since Monday, leading to the closure of the scenic trails of Passadicos do Paiva, a popular tourist attraction. Some 800 firefighters and seven waterbombing aircraft tackled the blaze. 'There was a huge effort during the night, so now we have a somewhat calmer situation,' Civil Protection Commander Helder Silva told reporters, cautioning that shifting strong winds and a difficult terrain meant their work was far from over. 'It's a very large wildfire in areas with difficult access,' he said. Further north, a blaze raged from Saturday in the Peneda-Geres national park near the Spanish border, enveloping nearby villages in thick smoke that led to orders for residents to stay at home. Portuguese firefighters managed to control two large fires that started on Monday in the central areas of Penamacor and Nisa. Authorities said the Penamacor blaze had destroyed 3,000 hectares (7,413 acres) of forest.
