France evacuates hundreds as new wildfire threatens southwestern Landes region
Summary
French authorities evacuated 525 people from the village of Luglon due to a wildfire spreading through pine forests in the Landes region. The fire has burned 1,100 hectares and is approaching the village center while firefighters work to control it amid a very hot and dry summer.Key Facts
- The wildfire began on Thursday and has burned 1,100 hectares (2,700 acres) of pine forest.
- 525 people were evacuated from Luglon as the fire moved within 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) of the village center.
- About 500 firefighters and six aircraft are fighting the fire.
- Roads to the north and south of Luglon have been closed for safety.
- The Landes region has experienced extreme heat and dry weather, making the forests very prone to fires.
- The area affected by fires so far this summer is larger than the record wildfire year of 2022.
- Nearby areas like Arcachon Bay faced huge wildfires in late July, forcing the evacuation of up to 220,000 people.
- Temperatures are expected to reach around 36 degrees Celsius (97 Fahrenheit), worsening fire risks.
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