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Gironde: World War II shells explode during wildfire

Around a hundred World War II shells exploded in Le Porge.

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The incident occurred during a violent wildfire in the municipality.

No injuries were reported, but the event highlights the dangers of unexploded ordnance.

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Why it matters

L'explosion d'obus anciens lors d'un incendie en Gironde souligne les risques persistants liés aux munitions non explosées de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, encore présentes dans certains territoires. Cet incident met en lumière les défis de la sécurité civile et de la gestion des sites historiques.

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