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Sánchez Announces Unified Command for Wildfire Response Amid Ongoing Crisis

Published July 26, 2026 at 7:32 AM UTC

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Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited areas devastated by wildfires in Spain on Tuesday and announced the creation of a unified command to coordinate firefighting efforts across regions. The move comes as firefighters and Guardia Civil units struggle to contain multiple blazes, with some commanders describing the situation as 'a disaster' and saying they are 'overwhelmed'. Sánchez acknowledged the 'complex' situation but said there is a 'window of opportunity' to improve the response. The unified command aims to streamline communication between national, regional, and local agencies. However, it was also revealed that a firefighting 'kit' Sánchez had promised for this summer has not yet been acquired by the government. The announcement was made during a visit to affected communities in the northwest. Thousands of hectares have been burned, and residents have been evacuated. The unified command is expected to be operational in the coming weeks, but details on funding and equipment remain unclear.