A British mother of three has died after being trapped in a devastating wildfire in southern Spain, while her partner remains in critical condition in hospital, according to multiple reports. The tragedy occurred near Bédar and Los Gallardos, where the couple was critically injured during the fire.
Lisa Fryett and her partner Simon Batchelor were rescued from a mountainside the day after the fire started. They were from Canvey, Essex, and had been caught in the blaze as it spread rapidly through the area. Fryett succumbed to her injuries, while Batchelor is still receiving intensive care.
The incident has sparked concern over the dangers of wildfires in the region, with local authorities confirming the fire was particularly fierce. Emergency services worked quickly to extract the couple, but the outcome was tragic.
News outlets including dailystar.co.uk and metro.co.uk have reported on the incident, highlighting the severity of the situation and the ongoing efforts to support the surviving partner.
