The fire has forced the evacuation or confinement of nearly 8,000 people in eight municipalities
Firefighters battled overnight to try to bring under control the worst wildfire in decades on the Spanish Canary Island of Tenerife, officials said on Friday. The fire in the north of the island, which started late on Tuesday, has forced the evacuation or confinement of nearly 8,000 people in eight municipalities.
Canary Islands regional President Fernando Clavijo said the blaze, which has scorched 3,200 hectares , was still very virulent but that fortunately there had been no injuries so far. He said Friday’s efforts would be crucial to containing the fire. Its tourism office has stressed that the most popular tourist areas are far from the fire. Business continues as usual in accommodation establishments, beaches and other tourist sites near the coast and in the midlands, the office said.
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