Fire in Var: Gros Bessillon blaze contained after 18 days

After 18 days of battling the Gros Bessillon fire in Var, authorities announced that it is officially contained. This operation required the commitment of over 11,200 firefighters from France and Europe. According to a report, the prefecture confirmed that while the fire is contained, it will take several more days to fully bring it under control.

The prefecture specified that ongoing vigilance is necessary, and 450 firefighters will remain deployed at the site throughout the weekend. This fire has been described as unprecedented, both for its duration and the scale of the efforts made to combat it.

The fight against this fire mobilized numerous resources, reflecting the seriousness of the situation. Firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the flames and prevent their spread to surrounding areas.

Despite the announcement of the fire's stabilization, authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant, emphasizing that the situation may still evolve depending on the weather conditions.