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South: Forest fires pose a serious threat amid the heatwave and the mistral
Six departments in the south are on high alert due to forest fires. In the Drôme, the fire in Bellegarde-en-Diois has been stabilised, whilst the Var is battling a fire that remains out of control.
Fire contained, under control, extinguished: understanding the terms used by firefighters when dealing with fires
Fire contained, under control or extinguished: these terms used by firefighters describe the key stages of firefighting. An explanation follows the announcement that the massive fire in Gironde has been brought under control.
Fire retardant: the red liquid that helps firefighters tackle forest fires
The red liquid dropped by fire service aircraft is a fire retardant, a water-based mixture containing fertiliser that slows down the spread of flames. Here’s an explanation of its role and impact.
Forest Fires, France’s number one app on the App Store and Google Play.
This trust is a source of immense pride, but above all it reminds us of the scale of the events our country is currently facing. In the wake of these unprecedented fires, our thoughts go out in particular to all
Firefighting: the A400M military aircraft to be deployed ‘by the end of July’, the government announces
In response to the wildfires affecting several regions of France, the government has announced that an Airbus A400M fitted with a 20-tonne water-dropping kit will be deployed by the end of July.
Var and Bouches-du-Rhône on red alert: exceptional measures to prevent forest fires
The Var and Bouches-du-Rhône regions are on red alert this Sunday. 1,200 firefighters have been mobilised and aerial resources deployed to prevent forest fires.
Forest fires: arsonists face up to life imprisonment
More than 60 people have been arrested in connection with arson attacks in France. What penalties do the perpetrators face, even in the case of accidental fires?
Very high risk of forest fires in the south: the Tramontane and Mistral winds are fuelling the danger
The south of France is on high alert for wildfires, with ‘very high’ risk levels in several departments. The Tramontane, the Mistral and the heatwave are exacerbating the threat.
Fire in Die: 1,400 hectares burnt, residents evacuated
A fire is ravaging 1,400 hectares in the Drôme, leading to evacuations and disruption to public services. Firefighters are working tirelessly to protect homes.
Forest fire in Haute-Loire: 300 hectares burnt; the blaze has now been brought under control
A forest fire has ravaged 300 hectares in Saint-Haon (Haute-Loire). Firefighters, deployed in large numbers, brought the blaze under control following a complex operation.
Wildfires in the South: four European water-bombing aircraft sent to the area near Perpignan
The European Union is sending four water-bombing aircraft to the area near Perpignan. The Trévillach fire has already swept through thousands of hectares in the Pyrénées-Orientales.
Hérault: a man in police custody over nine cases of arson
A man is in police custody in the Hérault region on suspicion of nine cases of arson. A female firefighter was injured during a fire that destroyed 250 hectares.
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