While the Canary Island grapples with fire, Spain's mainland is expected to endure heatwave temperatures for the next several days, with temperatures topping 40C (104F).
regional president Fernando Clavijo said police suspected arson and had opened three lines of investigation, but did not reveal whether there had been any arrests.Image:A number of villages in the north have been evacuatedHundreds of soldiers and firefighters have been deployed to get the flames under control, and improved weather conditions helped them make more progress on Sunday.
Governor Rosa Davila said after a"very difficult night", emergency services had enjoyed some"positive results".People are being urged to stay inside due to the poor air quality, and to wear masks if they must venture outdoors.
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