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WorldAt least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria

Wildfires have spread across several northern Algerian provinces, killing at least 12 people and injuring 54, including six in intensive care. Five deaths were reported in Jijel, four in Bejaia and three in Tizi Ouzou. Homes have been evacuated as firefighters tackle dozens of blazes amid a severe heatwave.

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BBBC News★★★★☆2026-08-27 02:10Original

At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria
At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern AlgeriaWorld