Moroccan authorities have ramped up fire preparedness this week following wildfires in Spain and forecasts of soaring temperatures expected next week, Hespress has learned from well-informed sources.

A blaze in southern France forced the closure of the Marseille airport, and weather agencies issued warnings for other parts of Europe where temperatures were expected to climb this week.

Spanish authorities say two people have died in northeastern Spain in a wildfire that spread quickly before firefighters brought it under control.