Wildfires have resulted in twelve deaths and dozens of injuries in northern Algeria, as the region experiences a severe heatwave. On Wednesday, over 150 blazes erupted, stretching emergency services as they worked to contain the fires. Among the 54 people injured, six are in critical condition and are currently receiving intensive care. The fires are occurring alongside a broader heatwave impacting North Africa, exacerbating the risk and intensity of the blazes. Authorities are continuing to battle the ongoing fires and provide assistance to those affected by the disaster. The scale of the damage is still being assessed as firefighting efforts continue. This tragedy highlights the growing threat of wildfires linked to increasingly extreme weather conditions.