The forest fire season has started earlier and more fiercely in southern France than many would like. On Thursday, May 28, 2026, a fire broke out between the municipalities of Trouillas and Villemolaque south of Perpignan, quickly developing into a larger operation for the rescue forces. The first emergency calls came in around 4:15 PM. The flames caught vegetation near the A9 motorway and spread rapidly under the prevailing weather conditions. High temperatures of around 37 degrees Celsius, exceptionally dry air, and noticeable wind provided exactly those ingredients that the ...
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