A fire has been reported in the commune of Saint-André, in the Pyrénées-Orientales (66). Thick smoke is visible from a distance.
14.40 – The large-scale deployment of the fire brigade, supported by their water-bombing helicopter, has helped to limit the spread of the fire. The fire is under control.
2.20 pm – A fierce fire is threatening homes, according to numerous witnesses. The fire brigade’s water-bombing helicopter, the Morane 66, has already carried out several drops.
2.15 pm – The fire is still burning. Please do not go to the scene and ensure that the emergency services have unhindered access.
14:06 – The SDIS 66 water-bombing helicopter is on the scene. Two forest fire response teams have been called out.
