News · 27 July 2026
France races to control wildfires before 40C heatwave hits
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French firefighters have a critical 24-hour window to contain a massive wildfire near Bordeaux before a new heatwave brings temperatures up to 40C. Over 360,000 people have been evacuated across France and Spain as fires continue to rage, with Europe experiencing one of its hottest summers. Authorities warn the fires, just 15km from Bordeaux, could last for months, requiring rotating crews.
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