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firebreaks

Coverage of firebreaks in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 28 · 07:53 UTCMost recent: Jul 28 · 09:02 UTC
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  • SECURITYJul 28 · 09:02 UTCLE MONDE (EN)
    France fires: Why firefighters are cutting down trees to create firebreaks

    Firefighters in France are cutting down trees to create firebreaks to combat wildfires. Volunteers are monitoring flare-ups near Sainte-Hélène in Gironde, southwestern France.

  • WORLDJul 28 · 07:53 UTCAP NEWS
    Firefighters in France hold back vast wildfire as heat returns to test their grip

    Firefighters in southwest France have stabilized a large wildfire near Bordeaux, preventing its spread despite returning heat. The blaze, which has burned 420 square kilometers and displaced 220,000 people, remains under control after crews created tactical firebreaks. In a neighboring region, evacuees are returning as a separate wildfire in Landes was contained.

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