‘Ash fell from the sky’: Tourists describe fleeing ‘apocalyptic’ wildfires in France
Massive wildfires continue to burn in France and Spain, forcing widespread evacuations and displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The fires have been fueled by hot weather and strong winds. French President has pledged support to those affected and vowed to win the battle against the fires. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes before temperatures rise further.
What changed
New evacuations have been ordered in France, bringing the total number of displaced people to 330,000 across southwestern Europe.
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Wildfires rage in France and Spain, displacing hundreds of thousands
confidence 90%Massive wildfires continue to burn in France and Spain, forcing widespread evacuations and displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The fires have been fueled by hot weather and strong winds. French President has pledged support to those affected and vowed to win the battle against the fires. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes before temperatures rise further.
What's confirmed:
- 330,000 people have been displaced in southwestern Europe due to wildfires.
- French President has pledged support to those affected by the wildfires.
- Firefighters are racing to contain the blazes before temperatures rise to 104 degrees.