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Death toll from northern Algeria wildfires rises to 12 as rescue operations continue
At least 12 people have died following devastating wildfires that swept through northern Algeria, with authorities confirming that one victim was a tourist trapped in a villa. Emergency services are conducting search and rescue efforts amid challenging terrain and dry conditions.
27 Aug, 02:10 — 27 Aug, 10:50
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At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria
Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.
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Tourist killed in wildfire was trapped in villa
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Death toll from Algeria wildfires rises to 12 - Dhaka Tribune
Death toll from Algeria wildfires rises to 12 Dhaka Tribune
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At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria - the-star.co.ke
At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria the-star.co.ke
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First report: BBC · 27 Aug, 02:10|Full coverage: 4 · 9h|Window: 9h
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