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Firefighters in France hold back vast wildfire as heat returns to test their grip
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The burned area covers 420 square kilometers, with several flare-ups detected and controlled by firefighters near the Atlantic coast.
A vast wildfire in southwest France has been held back by firefighters, who kept the blaze from advancing overnight. The fire, which has been burning since last week, remained stabilized after a calm night. The burned area covers 420 square kilometers, with several flare-ups detected and controlled by firefighters near the Atlantic coast.
The areas affected are west of Bordeaux, where crews have been battling the blaze. Further details on the wildfire and the efforts to contain it are available from the source, including updates on the situation and the challenges faced by firefighters as heat and drier air return to the region.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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