Wildfire & Flooding in Spain: A forest fire near Valencia (Gátova) has led to the evacuation of around 1,000 people after flames burned over 400 hectares, with lightning blamed and firefighters plus aircraft deployed. Severe Weather in Catalonia: At the same time, torrential rain hit the Costa Daurada, with reports of up to 200 liters per square meter, flooding in towns like El Vendrell and injuries after a wall collapse in Roda de Berà. Public Health Warning: Spain is seeing a rise in imported chikungunya cases (119 as of Aug. 16), with health authorities boosting monitoring of the tiger mosquito, especially in Catalonia and the Valencian Community. Viral “Brown Challenge” Fallout: Pools and waterparks across Spain have been forced to close after reports of faeces in water, triggering cleaning and testing before reopening. LaLiga Spotlight: Real Madrid kicked off the season with a dramatic 2-1 win at Espanyol as substitute Carlos Espi scored in the 90th minute on Jose Mourinho’s return. Barcelona & Security: In Barcelona, police cordoned off a “Save Europe Act” gathering calling for mass deportation, with an antifascist counter-protest on the other side. Transport & Trade: MSC is expanding its Himalaya Express service, adding Valencia and Barcelona calls while adjusting Red Sea routing.