Firefighters aided by better weather on Saturday gained the upper hand on one of Spain's deadliest wildfires as survivors described "horrific" and terrifying moments as they escaped the flames.

Spain has mobilized military emergency units to work with regional firefighters to control the blaze. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed deep sadness over the loss of life.

A devastating wildfire in Almeria, Spain, has claimed twelve lives. One hundred fifty firefighters battled the blaze, which officials called unprecedented. Earlier reports…