UK warns British tourists as wildfires claim lives in Spain and threaten Bordeaux

A wildfire in the Andalusia region of southern Spain killed seven British citizens. Following the deaths, the UK Foreign Office and travel association ABTA issued alerts urging British travellers to avoid wildfire‑hit destinations in southwest France and northern Spain. The warnings highlight that fires have forced the evacuation of more than 300,000 people, with French authorities restricting access to campsites, tourist accommodation and some residential areas near Bordeaux. Travelers are advised to follow local emergency instructions, check with accommodation providers and call emergency services if needed.

The travel advice comes amid a broader European fire season that has seen rapidly spreading flames across the Bay of Biscay, prompting UK officials to launch an information campaign on fire safety for tourists abroad.