France: Landes wildfire stopped spreading but remains out of control
Summary
Firefighters in southwestern France are fighting a wildfire that has burned 1,700 hectares of forest in the Landes region. Although the fire has stopped spreading, it is still not under control, and many firefighters, military personnel, and aircraft are working to contain it and help residents return home.Key Facts
- The wildfire is located in the Landes region of southwestern France.
- It has burned 1,700 hectares (about 4,200 acres) of forest.
- The fire has stopped spreading but remains out of control.
- Around 550 firefighters and military personnel are involved in fighting the fire.
- Six water-bombing aircraft are being used to help put out the fire.
- People in the area were evacuated for safety, and efforts are ongoing to allow them to return home.
- The firefighting efforts are focused on containing the fire rather than letting it spread further.
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