Gironde: Wildfire burns 3,400 hectares, forces evacuation of 10,000 people
A wildfire starting in Saumos has burned over 3,400 hectares in Gironde.
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The fact
More than 10,000 people were evacuated as the flames advanced.
Firefighters are battling the blaze, which highlights the vulnerability of Cap Ferret.
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Why it matters
Cet incendie majeur, aggravé par la canicule, menace des zones habitées et touristiques, illustrant les risques accrus de feux de forêt en France durant l’été 2026.
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