Wildfires are continuing to rage in southwest France, with officials ordering the evacuation of large parts of Bordeaux’s suburbs, including the areas of Le Haillan, Eysines, and Merignac.
Video circulating on social media shows horses fleeing thick black smoke as the fires spread. The French army has also been drafted in to help with the crisis as the blaze showed no signs of slowing down.
French officials warned that winds were likely to exacerbate the fires, which have reached a level that has never been seen before, according to French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu. The prime minister took to social media to express his concerns about the severity of the situation.
The wildfires in France are part of a larger pattern of devastating fires across Europe, with Spain also experiencing a challenging wildfire season. High temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds have complicated firefighting operations across several regions.
In Spain, more than 650 emergency responders have been deployed to combat the fires, with over 20,000 people evacuated from affected areas. The Spanish government has declared a national emergency in the Community of Madrid and Avila province due to the worsening situation.
The situation in both France and Spain remains critical, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the blazes and prevent further destruction.
