Var: 30% of human-caused wildfires are deliberate
Thirty percent of human-caused wildfires in the Var are deliberate.
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The fact
Motivations include revenge, fraud, or psychological disorders.
Several recent fires in the department have been linked to arson.
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Why it matters
Ces actes aggravent les risques pour les populations et les secours, déjà mobilisés face à des feux naturels. Les autorités renforcent les enquêtes pour identifier les responsables.