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Var Wildfire Shows Signs of Relief | France News
Wildfire in Var shows signs of improvement as flames stall overnight, lifting most evacuations—but crews battle hotspots amid scorching heat and fierce winds. Over 1,800 hectares burned, with fire zones centered around Montfort-sur-Argens and Carcès. A massive 1,500 firefighters, backed by aircraft and a Paris unit, remain on the ground. Authorities warn residents to stay alert: forests are closed, rest areas shut, and masks distributed. Nationally, PM calls fires “under control” but stresses unpredictability; this year’s blazes have scorched over 117,000 hectares, including the massive…
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