# Spain’s wildfires: Counting the economic cost

https://mins.news/en/item/12213

- DW, 2026-08-03 05:05 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/spain-s-wildfires-counting-the-economic-cost/a-78186441?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Devastating wildfires are inflicting serious damage on Spain’s tourism sector, economy and natural environment. The destruction has prompted questions about whether more could have been done to prevent the flames. The focus is on the economic burden created by the fires and their wider impact on the country. Spain is now confronting the consequences for both livelihoods and nature.

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