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.

Spaish Presidency, Health, and Emergencies Minister Antonio Sanz called the fire "the most devastating fire to date in our region" and described the situation as an "unprecedented…

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