‘I Can Taste Smoke’: On the Frontlines of France’s Wildfire Crisis
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The summer fires in the communes near Lège-Cap-Ferret, Porge or Biscarrosse awaken the memories of four years ago and recall the difficulties caused by these sinisters.
Telephone in hand, fire throws on the shoulder, they constantly crisscross the forest tracks in a forest triangle located between Lacanau, Saint Helena and Saumos. In support of firefighters,
On 28 July, the Lacanau campsites were evacuated. A hard blow for the seaside resort which nevertheless welcomes some holidaymakers, with differing opinions, facing the fire.
‘I can taste smoke’: On the frontlines of France’s wildfire crisis
As raging wildfires continue to consume parts of France, local communities have mobilised to minimise the destruction. Around 4,000 people have been ordered to evacuate campsites in the Lacanau Ocean area ahead of an impending heatwave. More than 360,000 people have been evacuated across France and Spain in total. In Lacanau, just over 50km away from Bordeaux, The Independent reporter James C. Reynolds spoke to local volunteers who are working t…
REPORT - The campsites, tourist residences, holiday villages and leisure parks of the seaside resort have been emptied in a few hours Tuesday 28 July. For the time being, the conditions are not met for a total evacuation, says the mayor.
The concern is strong in Lacanau, Gironde, due to the megafire. An evacuation of all the campgrounds in the city was ordered on Tuesday 28 July. Large firewalls were built. - "The goal is to deprive the fire of any fuel": the campsites of Lacanau evacuated, firewalls set up to protect the city (Environment).
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