TL;DR
- Over 300,000 people evacuated across France and Spain
- French President Macron calls crisis meeting as fires near Bordeaux
- EU activates civil protection mechanism with planes and helicopters deployed
📈 Current situation
| Location | Status |
|---|---|
| Southwestern France | 250,000+ evacuated near Bordeaux |
| Spain (Madrid region) | 80,000+ evacuated or ordered indoors |
| Total | 300,000+ people affected |
| Response | EU civil protection mechanism activated |
Fast-moving wildfires continue to threaten major population centers in both France and Spain. French President Emmanuel Macron has called a crisis meeting as blazes approach the Bordeaux area. In Spain, dense smoke and ash have fallen over the Madrid region.
🔥 Key developments
- Largest peacetime evacuations in modern French history
- Multiple villages issued new evacuation orders over the weekend
- EU deploying 11 planes and helicopters to support local firefighters
- Portuguese and Italian aircraft assisting Spanish teams
Authorities warn that hot, dry conditions and wind are keeping the situation highly dynamic. Residents in affected zones are advised to follow official instructions and prepare for possible further evacuations.
🗓️ What to watch next
- Macron’s crisis meeting outcomes
- Containment progress around Bordeaux and west of Madrid
- Air quality alerts in major cities
- Possible additional EU support requests
We will continue monitoring official sources and update this page as new information becomes available.
