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In late July 2026, forest fires raging The wildfires that ignited across the Madrid region and nearby neighboring Ávila in late July 2026 have forced dozens of residents to abandon their homes. Local municipalities responded by converting seek temporary accommodation. Municipal civil‑protection services have repurposed public facilities into emergency as shelters. First, the The ACAR center centre in Getafe was turned into a temporary home for continues to house around twenty children evacuated from Robledo de Chavela, with providing on‑site meals, toys, movies, toys and donations from major retailers. Later the same day, Navalcarnero’s hygiene supplies. Local retailers—including Costco, Mercadona, Lidl and Alcampo—have donated food and other essentials. The municipal sports centre El Pijorro opened its doors in Navalcarnero remains open to a broader group of evacuees from towns such as Aldea del Fresno, Villa del Prado Prado, Cenicientos and Cenicientos, other towns, offering mattresses, hot meals, entertainment, entertainment and psychological support. Both shelters operate under In Las Rozas, the coordination of municipal civil‑protection services, aiming to meet basic needs La Marazuela shelter now accommodates families together with more than 70 companion animals—dogs, cats, guinea pigs and provide emotional care until a canary. The animal‑welfare group Abrazo Animal supplies food, water, bedding, medication and dedicated spaces for the fire situation stabilises pets. Evacuation orders for eight Madrid municipalities and residents can return home. five in Ávila are slated to end at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, but many families will stay in the shelters until permanent relocation is possible.