France Wildfire Near Narbonne Engulfs 100 Hectares
Euronews1 min read101 words
A wildfire has scorched roughly 100 hectares in the Corbières massif near Narbonne, southern France, after a road accident ignited the blaze. Firefighters report that the fire, which began in the early afternoon, has rapidly spread across steep terrain, threatening nearby villages and agricultural land.
In response, the French fire service deployed a Canadair aircraft and several helicopters to contain the flames and protect critical infrastructure. Ground crews are working to establish firebreaks while aerial units drop water and fire retardant. Authorities have not reported injuries, and the incident is still being monitored as the weather remains conducive to further spread.
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