Wildfire burns hundreds of hectares as strong winds fuel blaze near Benahavís, Spain

On September 13, 2026, in Benahavís, Spain, @52v_g2_g2m shared footage showing a massive plume of smoke rising from a fast-moving wildfire. In the video, the author is driving through the area when they notice a towering column of smoke visible from a considerable distance as the fire burns through hilly terrain near the Costa del Sol. According to reports, strong winds with gusts reaching around 50 km/h and steep terrain contributed to the fire’s rapid spread. Authorities issued emergency alerts and instructed approximately 9,500 residents of Benahavís and surrounding areas to remain indoors and keep their doors and windows closed because of the heavy smoke. Three people were reported injured, including a resident who suffered burns, a firefighter injured in a fall, and another person treated for smoke inhalation.