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Wildfire in Landes France Gets International Help | France News
A massive wildfire in Landes, France, has scorched over 1,100 hectares and forced hundreds to evacuate as extreme heat dries out the region, fueling the blaze. The fire erupted Thursday, spreading rapidly and prompting road closures, with evacuees now sheltering in Sabres. France faces 22 active fires nationwide, but this one’s the top priority. In a major international effort, an Australian Chinook helicopter — capable of dropping 11,000 liters of water — is deployed for the first time in Europe to battle the flames, supported by an infrared-equipped chopper for 24/7 tracking. Firefighters…
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