The Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance for British holidaymakers visiting Spain this summer.

This comes amid "extreme temperatures" affecting parts of the popular holiday destination.

Much of Southern Europe is experiencing a heatwave, seeing temperatures reach 45C.

At least 4,000 people have been evacuated from regions in Spain as firefighters struggle to contain wildfires tearing through La Palma.

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Travel advice updated for British holidaymakers going to Spain this summer

The Foreign Office updated its guidance for travelling today (Monday, July 17).

On its official website, the Foreign Office issued a warning reading: "Extreme temperatures are currently affecting many areas of Spain."

It then advised that those travelling to the country visit the Spanish Meteorological Office website to get the most up-to-date information.

In regards to the forest fires affecting Spain, the Foreign Office said: "Forest fires occur frequently in Spain (including in the Spanish islands) during the summer months, when temperatures regularly reach over 40ºC. Be aware of your environment when visiting or driving through woodland areas."

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Warning issued to Brits over causing fires amid 'extreme heat' affecting Spain

It was also added that causing a forest fire is a criminal offence in Spain with those doing so unintentionally also facing action.

Forest fires can be caused by poorly disposed of cigarettes, barbecues and empty glass bottles.

Those who violate these rules could face huge fines.