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2026-07-30 23:28:49
[Temperatures Rise in France, Greece, Spain, and Other Countries, Wildfires Continue to Rage] With a new heatwave hitting, temperatures are rising in France, Greece, Spain, and other countries, leading to the continued rampage of wildfires in multiple areas. On July 29, seven new wildfires broke out in the Gironde department of southwestern France, causing continued disruptions to rail transport south of Bordeaux. The French National Railway Company (SNCF) stated that the suspension of services on affected lines will continue for several days and advised passengers to postpone travel to the affected areas. On the same day, the Fontainebleau forest near Paris reignited, burning approximately 7 hectares. More than 50 firefighters, 17 fire trucks, and reinforcements from other departments are battling the blaze. The fire department stated that the fire is not yet stable, and preliminary assessments suggest that the reignition may be related to the persistent high temperatures and strong winds. In addition, new fires have broken out in the Var department of southern France, leading to the precautionary evacuation of some residents. Many areas in France remain at high risk of wildfires. (CCTV News)
