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NEWSDESK · 08/04/2026

After the fire in Gironde: Oyster farmers fear for the summer season

Lège-Cap-Ferret - 04.08.2026: The wildfires in Gironde are continuing to affect the oyster industry at Cap Ferret even after the immediate danger has passed. Businesses around the Bassin d'Arcachon told Franceinfo that they suffered considerable losses during the peak summer season. According to the broadcaster, the region's oyster farmers generate around 40 percent of their revenue in summer. Lost sales days therefore carry significant weight.The fire broke out in Saumos on 22 July 2026 and spread towards Le Porge and Lège-Cap-Ferret. Authorities ordered extensive evacuations, while the Gendarmerie also supported ...

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