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4 July
Greek firefighting team continues operations against two wildfires in France.
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In southern France, firefighters are battling to control multiple wildfires exacerbated by strong winds and extreme heat, a situation that has heightened following a record-breaking heatwave. Approximately 3,000 people have been evacuated from various areas, including campsites, as flames have spread to regions near Béziers and Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone. Local authorities report that nearly 2,000 firefighters are engaged in combat against the blazes, which have prompted the closure of the airport in Perpignan.
The Greek firefighting team, consisting of 21 members from specialized units, has also been deployed to assist in the firefighting efforts under the European Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM). Their involvement, responding to two separate fires over the course of just two days, is part of a broader international effort to manage the crisis. The team is set to remain in the region until July 15, working alongside local forces to contain the fires.
Local reports indicate that the wildfires have led to significant destruction, impacting both residential and recreational areas, and sending thick, toxic smoke into populated regions. Evacuations and heightened alert have been declared as authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
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