Fire evacuees start returning home in France's scorched southwest
Summary
Large wildfires in the Gironde area of southwest France have been mostly controlled but not fully extinguished. Some people who were forced to leave their homes are now allowed to return, while others remain evacuated.Key Facts
- The wildfires affected about 40,000 hectares (around 99,000 acres) of land.
- Authorities say the fires are stable but still burning in some parts.
- The fires caused thousands of people to leave their homes for safety.
- Some evacuees have been permitted to go back to their houses.
- Firefighters and local volunteers have worked hard to stop the fires from spreading.
- The fires occurred during a heatwave affecting the region.
- The damage caused a major emergency response from the French government.
- Efforts continue to fully control the fires and prevent new outbreaks.
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