Wildfires kill 12 people across several Algerian provinces
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- TUNIS, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Twelve people were killed in wildfires that swept through several Algerian provinces, Interior Minister Said Sayoud said late on Wednesday, amid a severe heatwave gripping North Africa.S1
- Thirty-six fires were reported in Bejaia province alone, of which 18 had been brought under control.S2
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Wildfires kill 12 people across several Algerian provinces
TUNIS, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Twelve people were killed in wildfires that swept through several Algerian provinces, Interior Minister Said Sayoud said late on Wednesday, amid a severe…
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At least 12 killed as wildfires rage across several Algerian provinces
Thirty-six fires were reported in Bejaia province alone, of which 18 had been brought under control.
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Published Aug 27, 2026
What to know
- TUNIS, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Twelve people were killed in wildfires that swept through several Algerian provinces, Interior Minister Said Sayoud said late on Wednesday, amid a severe heatwave gripping North Africa.S1
- Thirty-six fires were reported in Bejaia province alone, of which 18 had been brought under control.S2
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