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A major wildfire erupted in southern France over the weekend, fueled by extreme drought and dry vegetation, forcing over 270 firefighters and aerial support into action. Sparked by a car fire, it burned 153 hectares—nearly 370 acres—by Sunday evening, threatening homes but ultimately held back thanks to coordinated efforts. Authorities urged residents to avoid calling emergency lines to keep crews focused. This comes on the heels of last year’s devastating Gironde blaze—the largest since 1949—highlighting France’s ongoing battle with climate-driven fires.

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