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Garden Fire Leads to Arrest in France | France News
A 43-year-old Frenchman got arrested for trying to burn garden waste—his backyard fire spiraled into a 50-square-meter blaze during peak wildfire season. He wasn’t alone: nearby residents also faced fines and detention for similar offenses, highlighting how dangerous backyard fires are under extreme dry conditions. With nearly 90% of wildfires caused by humans, authorities strictly ban burning vegetation, fireworks, and open flames—especially when heat, wind, and low humidity create tinderbox conditions. Instead of risking it, locals are urged to compost, mulch, or dispose of green waste…
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