Julio Iglesias and Miranda Rijnsburger are experiencing moments of great anxiety due to events affecting an area very close to them. From afar, the singer is closely following the evolution of a situation that is causing alarm and concern. His attention is focused on what is happening in a region connected to his personal history.
The severity of the fires has led Iglesias to keep in constant contact with local authorities and politicians. He is closely monitoring the news and the actions being taken to control the fire. The family hopes that the situation will not worsen in the coming hours.
A deep bond with Galicia and his family history
Julio Iglesias has always maintained a very special relationship with Galicia, the land from which his paternal roots come. Throughout his life, he has expressed the affection he feels for this region and its culture. His personal history is marked by the love for this land that inspired his greatest hits.
Moreover, his connection with Galicia goes beyond the artistic, since many family memories are related to Galician towns and traditions. Iglesias has acknowledged that this region represents a refuge and a place of belonging for him. That's why he remains very alert to everything that happens there, even from afar.
The recent fire crisis has increased his concern. He and Miranda Rijnsburger are keeping themselves informed about the progress of the flames. The news has caused great tension in their environment.
The threat of fire approaches a property owned by the singer
Julio Iglesias and Miranda Rijnsburger are going through moments of great tension due to the fires affecting Galicia. The singer is closely following the progress of the flames, which are less than 19 mi. (30 km) from his residence. In the spring, it was confirmed that Julio had acquired a house in Villarino, a village near his father's hometown, Dr. Iglesias Puga.
For Julio Iglesias, this purchase was a way to return to his origins, as reflected in the lyrics of Un canto a Galicia. The song, whose rights he gave up in 2002 after the Prestige tragedy, is a symbol of his love for this land. The situation in the province of Orense is critical and is causing concern among those closest to him.
Julio keeps frequent contact with Alberto Núñez-Feijóo, former President of Xunta de Galicia. During their conversations, the main topic is the emergency situation caused by the fires. Iglesias is closely following the evolution of the crisis to stay informed about what is happening.
Julio Iglesias and his previous experience with fires
Julio Iglesias is not new to the experience of facing fires on his properties. In 2011 and 2012, several fires affected land connected to his family. Those episodes left significant material and emotional damage.
During one of those fires, the family suffered the loss of a pet, something that caused them great sadness. The buildings withstood the flames, although they had to repair damage caused by the smoke. These experiences reinforced Iglesias's concern for prevention.
After those incidents, he submitted a project to prevent fires, but it was rejected by the authorities. At that time, he expressed his frustration because his warnings were not heeded. Now, with the new crisis, the tension for him and his family is at its highest.