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Wildfire risk increases across France as temperatures reach record levels

Météo France has issued warnings for elevated wildfire risks across large parts of the country following a night of blazes in the southwest.

By 24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET Updated 24 Jun 2026 · 21:00 CET

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According to The Local, nearly 100 hectares of land burned in southwest France overnight. This surge in fire activity coincides with record-breaking temperatures affecting the region.

In response to the current conditions, national forecaster Météo France has warned that the risk of wildfires remains high across substantial areas of the country.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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