Spain is grappling with the devastating aftermath of an unprecedented summer wildfire season, which caused significant economic and personal losses, particularly in rural areas. The fires have impacted vital industries such as agriculture and tourism, exacerbating existing challenges for local communities.

• Over 20,000 hectares (49,000 acres) of land were burned in just one fire near Porto de Sanabria, with 0.8% of Spain's surface area affected overall.
• José Antonio Bruña, a honey producer, expects at least a 50% loss in honey production for the next two years due to floral damage, unable to claim insurance for his intact hives.
• Cattle farmer Fernando García lost around 30 cattle and faces increased insurance premiums, while lakeside bar owner Óscar David García López lost an estimated €80,000 due to mandatory closures, receiving only €5,500 in promised compensation.
• The COAG national farmers’ association estimated damages to the agricultural industry at a minimum of €600 million, and tourism, a key economic driver representing 13% of Spanish GDP, also suffered significant losses and image damage.