Hundreds of people have been detained in France in connection with forest fires – Figaro
474 people have been detained in France on suspicion of starting forest fires
Since the beginning of July, 474 people have been detained in France on suspicion of involvement in forest fires, including 183 minors.
Firefighting efforts are underway in several regions across the country. Four departments have been placed on “red” alert—the highest level of weather danger—due to the risk of fires breaking out, while 57 other departments are on “orange” alert. In the Landes department, the fire has spread across 1,100 hectares; 500 people have been evacuated, and 500 firefighters are working to contain the blaze.
Firefighting efforts are being hampered by another wave of extreme heat that has gripped France since July 28. In some cities, temperatures rose to 42.5 degrees Celsius, but they are expected to drop over the weekend.
474 people have been detained in France on suspicion of arson
Since early July, 474 people, including 183 minors, have been detained in France on suspicion of involvement in starting forest fires.
Firefighting efforts are ongoing in several regions across the country. Four departments have been placed on “red” alert—the highest level of weather danger—due to the risk of fires breaking out, while 57 other departments are on “orange” alert. In the Landes department, the fire has engulfed 1,100 hectares; 500 people have been evacuated, and 500 firefighters are working to contain the blaze.
Firefighting efforts are being hampered by another wave of extreme heat that has gripped France since July 28. In some cities, temperatures rose to 42.5 degrees Celsius, but they are expected to drop over the weekend.
Since early July, 474 people, including 183 minors, have been detained in France on suspicion of involvement in starting forest fires.
Firefighting efforts are ongoing in several regions across the country. Four departments have been placed on “red” alert—the highest level of weather danger—due to the risk of fires breaking out, while 57 other departments are on “orange” alert. In the Landes department, the fire has engulfed 1,100 hectares; 500 people have been evacuated, and 500 firefighters are working to contain the blaze.
Firefighting efforts are being hampered by another wave of extreme heat that has gripped France since July 28. In some cities, temperatures rose to 42.5 degrees Celsius, but they are expected to drop over the weekend.
Ukrainian rescue workers, who are helping their French colleagues fight the massive wildfires, rescued a small roe deer. The animal was found in the middle of a scorched forest with burned legs. The firefighters provided first aid and handed it over to local volunteers.
Forest fires in southern France have not only destroyed homes but also led to the discovery of an old cache of ammunition. In the municipality of Le Porge, about 400 shells and other ammunition from World War II were found. Some of them exploded right during the fire due to the high temperatures.
