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Forest fire in the Eifel: Evacuations in Hürtgenwald and potential effects in Rhineland-Palatinate
A forest fire is spreading in the Eifel, leading to the evacuation of around 2,000 people in Hürtgenwald. Potential evacuations are also being considered in Rhineland-Palatinate due to smoke.
A forest fire is spreading in the Düren district, prompting the precautionary evacuation of about 2,000 people from the Gey district of Hürtgenwald. The responsible emergency services report that the flames are approaching, necessitating special measures.
Additionally, in the Mayen-Koblenz district of Rhineland-Palatinate, a wildfire is causing significant smoke development. This situation could also require evacuations, leading emergency services and affected individuals to be urged to take special precautions.