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DISASTERAug 1Wildfire in southwest France: Local officials recount 10 days of battling the blazeThe prefect of the affected Gironde region, Sophie Brocas, and the head of its fire and rescue service, Marc Vermeulen, reflect on their management of the massive wildfire that has been raging since July 22 in an interview with Le Monde.Le Monde [en]
DISASTERAug 1Greek fires rage as battle continues in France , Spaincanberratimes.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 1Greek fires rage as battle continues in France , Spainbordermail.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 1France: Major wildfire contained but uncontrolledIn France, the wildfire in Gironde has now been contained, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, meaning the flames are no longer spreading. Around 42,000 hectares have been burned over the past nine days.France 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 1Greek fires rage as battle continues in France , Spaineasternriverinachronicle.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 1Macron thanks Australia , Lithuania for aid in combating wildfire in FrancePresident Macron has thanked Australia and Lithuania for their assistance in combating a wildfire in France. This highlights international cooperation in disaster response efforts.australianherald.com · Australia
DISASTERAug 1Macron thanks Australia , Lithuania for aid in combating wildfire in FrancePresident Macron has thanked Australia and Lithuania for their assistance in combating a wildfire in France. This highlights international cooperation in disaster relief efforts.2lt.com.au · Australia
DISASTERJul 31George Clooney's family evacuates their home in France amid wildfiresGeorge Clooney and his family have evacuated their home in southeastern France after a nearby wildfire threatened the area, his agent said Thursday. Blazes continued to scorch parts of the country during a prolonged spell of extreme summer heat.France 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 31Women Tour de France under pressure to reroute Ventoux stage amid wildfire riskThe Women's Tour de France is reportedly under pressure to change its Ventoux stage route due to the risk of wildfires. This situation highlights potential disruptions to major sporting events caused by natural hazards.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
DISASTERJul 31Although France's mega fire has eased, the dangers firefighters face haven'tFirefighters in southwestern France were working to control the last hot spots of a massive wildfire that has burned an area four times the size of Paris and forced thousands out of their homes. The blazes that have burned 42,000 hectares of pine forest and touristic areas in Bordeaux's Gironde region haven't spread for several days, and officials are cautiously optimistic. But for those on the frontline, the danger hasn't eased. Officials say more than 230 firefighters have been injured, and the toll keeps rising the longer they stay on the line.France 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 31France's southwest faces 'optimistic day' as half of evacuees return homeOver half of the people evacuated from France's southwest due to massive wildfires were allowed to return to their homes. French firefighters have been battling a massive wildfire west of Bordeaux, which forced the evacuation of 220,000 people. It destroyed more than 200 homes, burned through 42,000 hectares and killed two firemen. FRANCE 24's Carys Garland is on the ground and tells us moreFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 31Behind Europe’s mega fires: Would France and Spain still be ablaze if it weren’t for climate change?Climate change made recent fire-prone conditions at least twice as likely in southwestern France and at least 20 times as likely in central Spain, new analysis shows.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERJul 31‘First somewhat optimistic day’ in France since fire outbreak says prefectFire-ravaged southwestern France experienced its ‘first somewhat optimistic day’ since wildfires broke out.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERJul 31France ramps up 'judicial action' to prevent forest firesSince July 23, 12 people have been referred to court for 'endangering the lives of others,' according to figures from the Bordeaux prosecutor's office, which announced tougher criminal action against the use of fire in forested areas.Le Monde [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 31France Sends Wildfire Evacuees Home as Blazes Multiply Across Southern Europetheepochtimes.com · United States
DISASTERJul 31France , Spain win some respite as wildfire battles rageFrance and Spain are experiencing a brief relief in their efforts against ongoing wildfires. The situation indicates that despite some progress, wildfire battles continue to be active.northerndailyleader.com.au · Australia
DISASTERJul 30France wildfires: Risk remains 'extremely high' despite slight weather improvementFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 30As France battles unprecedented wildfires, Caroit urges collective global action on climate changeFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 30France , Spain and Greece battle wildfires as Europe swelterscyprus-mail.com · Cyprus
DISASTERJul 30Drone reveals charred forest landscape after wildfires scorch FranceDrone footage captured on Wednesday (July 29) revealed the scale of destruction left by wildfires in southwestern France, showing charred land, uprooted and burnt trees and the remains of destroyed houses near Le Temple. The blaze in the Landes area west of Bordeaux burnt through 42,000 hectares of mainly pine forest, prompting authorities to evacuate about 220,000 holidaymakers and residents. Around 60,000 have since been allowed back.France 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 30Four migrants die trying to cross Channel from France to BritainA boat sank late Wednesday off the coast of France near Hardelot. Four people were found dead, French authorities report.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERJul 30Wildfires near Bordeaux bring more troubles to France’s struggling wine industryA massive wildfire has been raging across the Bordeaux region for almost a week now, impacting the tourist season. These forest fires are emitting toxic smoke with harmful effects on all living beings, including the vineyards.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 30George Clooney Evacuates Brignoles Home as France Fires Spread Clooney Family Evacuates From France Homeel-balad.com · Egypt
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 30Spain eases evacuations as France battles fresh wildfires amid new heatwaveFrance 24 [en]
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