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Fire in Corbières: Blaze contained after burning 100 hectares

Minister Sébastien Lecornu will visit Gironde on August 17 to initiate reconstruction following the fire.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A large fire swept through the Corbières, burning approximately 100 hectares, but it is now considered contained. This information has been confirmed by multiple sources, indicating an improvement in the situation on the ground.

Minister Sébastien Lecornu will visit Gironde on August 17 to announce reconstruction measures in the areas affected by the wildfire. This visit aims to support recovery efforts following the disaster.

Local authorities have expressed their commitment to restore the affected areas and to implement preventive measures to avoid future fires.

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