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Wildfires endanger a major French city
This article discusses the efforts to extinguish the massive wildfires in the Gironde region near Bordeaux in southwestern France. Strong winds and drought have led to a rapid spread of the fire, which has consumed over 42,000 hectares—one of the largest wildfires in France since World War II. The fires have prompted the evacuation of more than 220,000 people so far, including children and animals, with warnings that the situation may worsen due to the ongoing heatwave and gusty winds. 1,500 military personnel have been deployed to assist in fighting the flames, and rescue teams are making intensive efforts to contain them. These fires are considered exceptional in terms of size and danger, amid fears that the situation could deteriorate further as the heatwave and drought continue.
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