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Exclusive: Brit’s home in Spain is almost destroyed by wildfire after firefighters take 90 minutes to arrive – and go to wrong address

Rodney Mays, 78, is demanding action after the blaze gutted the balcony of his €300,000 apartment in Orihuela Costa on May 11 - causing at least €25,000 worth of damage. 

Last updated: July 8, 2025 1:25 pm
Laurence Dollimore
Published: July 8, 2025
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A Brit's home in Spain was partially destroyed by a wildfire because the town where he lives has no firefighter service - meaning it took 90 minutes for help to arrive. Rodney Mays, 78, is demanding action after the blaze gutted the balcony of his

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