The Foreign Office has issued a warning to British travellers visiting Spain this summer.
As a heatwave sweeps across Europe, temperatures in Spain have soared to 40C. The hot weather has caused more than 30 forest fires around Spain.
According to Spanish media, two people have died as a result of the fires. In a warning to British travellers, the Foreign Office urged people to be cautious when visiting wooded areas.
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They said: "There is currently a heightened risk of forest fires due to exceptionally high temperatures in Spain. Take care when visiting or driving through woodland areas.
"Access to some areas such as natural parks and nature reserves may be limited or closed as a result. You should follow the instructions of local authorities and call 112 if you need emergency assistance.
"If you need urgent consular assistance you should call +34 91 714 6300."
Causing a forest fire is considered a criminal offence in Spain even if unintentional. Make sure cigarette ends are properly extinguished, don’t light barbecues and don’t leave empty bottles behind.
There are strict regulations across much of Spain against lighting outdoor barbecues in forest areas and penalties imposed include heavy fines. Some regions prohibit the use of outdoor barbecues in public picnic areas during the summer months.
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