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Warnings and insurance

Wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almeria 

Local authorities have reported a wildfire in Los Gallardos, Almería, in Andalucía. 

If you are in an area affected by the wildfire: 

  • follow instructions from local authorities and emergency services at all times 

  • avoid travelling into or through the affected area 

  • follow updates from the emergency services 

  • for emergencies, call 112 

Information and support 

If you are concerned about someone in the area, call this helpline +34 677 904 624 provided by the Psychological Intervention Group for Emergencies and Disasters (GIPED). English speaking staff are available. 

If you or a family member have been affected and need consular assistance, call +34 917 146 300. If you are in the UK, call +44 (0)20 7008 5000.

Before you travel

If you are planning to travel to Spain through France, check the travel advice for France before you start your journey.   

If you are planning to travel to Spain through Gibraltar, check the travel advice for Gibraltar before you start your journey. 

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: 

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

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