Wildfires Rage in Southwest France, New Blazes Erupt Near Athens

Local officials in France's Gironde region recount their 10-day battle against massive wildfires that have been burning since July 22. Meanwhile, French authorities announce that the Bordeaux fires are contained, but new fires have broken out near Athens, Greece, escalating the situation there.

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Wildfire in southwest France: Local officials recount 10 days of battling the blaze

The prefect of the affected Gironde region, Sophie Brocas, and the head of its fire and rescue service, Marc Vermeulen, reflect on their management of the massive wildfire that has been raging since July 22 in an interview with Le Monde.

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Wildfires Rage in Southwest France, New Blazes Erupt Near Athens

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