Fire in Gironde: update on the situation following a new outbreak of fire

The Gironde is experiencing a new outbreak of fire, Sunday, September 18. How is the situation developing in the evening? “The fire is contained but it is still not fixed”reports journalist Marie Neuville, live from the fire HQ, at Ares (Gironde). “The four Canadairs will therefore continue their work until nightfall. On the other hand, (…) the 320 firefighters will remain mobilized all night because from experience, we know that we must remain vigilant“, she continues.

“Recoveries are possible, but also winds can turn and pick up at any time“, says the journalist. The balance sheet for the moment amounts to 100 hectares burned. 310 people were evacuated from the neighborhoods ofAres to be pipes in the city’s former vaccination centre.