After the wildfires in Gironde, distributing donations becomes a logistical task

Bordeaux - 01.08.2026: Following the severe wildfires in Gironde, volunteers and municipal authorities are beginning a complex second phase of relief efforts. According to Bordeaux Métropole, more than 10,000 tonnes of in-kind donations have been collected and delivered at the Bordeaux Exhibition Centre. Since emergency accommodation for evacuees ended on Friday evening, the halls have primarily served as a storage and logistics centre.The donations range from non-perishable food, drinking water and hygiene products to clothing, furniture and household appliances. However, the large volume does not automatically make supplying people easier. ...