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'Preventive measures' needed to avoid 'increasingly common' wildfires, says Spanish PM

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called for strengthened prevention measures to combat wildfires, which he characterized as "increasingly common" in the country. The statement comes following one of Spain's deadliest wildfires in recent history, which killed 13 people and destroyed a large area.

Sanchez visited the affected area while emergency services were actively working to extinguish the fire. During his visit, he met with emergency personnel responding to the disaster.

The prime minister's remarks reflect concerns about the frequency and severity of wildfires in Spain. His call for preventive measures suggests a policy focus on reducing the occurrence and impact of such fires going forward.

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