Fires have surged in Europe: more than 250,000 people evacuated in France and Spain.

According to the latest information, widespread forest fires have flared up in the territories of France and Spain. As a result of this natural disaster, more than 250,000 residents were forced to leave their homes and were evacuated to safe areas.

The fires are posing a serious threat, particularly near the city of Bordeaux in southwestern France and in the areas around the Spanish capital, Madrid. Local fire services and rescuers are tirelessly battling to bring the fires under control and stop their spread.

The situation remains serious, with the scale of the natural disaster steadily growing. This information is based on reports from The Guardian publication.