A large wildfire is raging across 1,600 hectares in France's Landes region, leading to the evacuation of 650 people as hundreds of firefighters battle the blaze.

Beaches in the Landes region of France have been closed to swimming after an invasion of Portuguese Man O' War (physalies), dangerous "false jellyfish," prompted authorities to hoist purple and red flags.

Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Luglon, southwestern France, which has already consumed over 1,500 hectares. Crews are hoping for forecast rain to help contain the blaze.

A mega-helicopter loaned by Australia, capable of carrying nearly twice as much water as a Canadair, has been deployed to combat the forest fire in the Landes region of France. Canadair, Dash, and Air Tractor aircraft are also participating in the effort, which has led to the evacuation of residents from Luglon.

A volunteer firefighter recounted the 'apocalyptic' scenes during the Biscarrosse fire in the Landes region of France, which led to the evacuation of thousands before being contained by over 500 firefighters.

A wildfire in the Landes region of France reignited overnight in a difficult-to-access area, leading to the evacuation of 650 people. The flames have now affected nearly 1,600 hectares.

A forest fire in the Landes region of France has destroyed 1100 hectares since Thursday evening. Authorities are monitoring the situation and mapping affected areas.