Pakistan, July 11 -- At least 11 people have been killed and 19 remain missing after a fast-moving wildfire swept through southern Spain, trapping residents who tried to flee in their vehicles. Authorities said several victims died after taking unauthorized evacuation routes as flames rapidly spread across the region. The disaster is among Spain's deadliest wildfires in recent years.

The wildfire broke out near Los Gallardos in the Andalusia region, where firefighters continued battling the blaze on Friday. Emergency officials had instructed some residents to evacuate using designated routes, while others in the nearby village of Bedar were advised to shelter in place because of the fire's proximity. Many residents, however, fled as smok...