Wildfire in Landes brought under control: Macron issues cautious all-clear

After days of emergency measures, there is reason for hope in southwestern France for the first time: the devastating wildfire in the Landes department is considered "contained." President Emmanuel Macron announced this on Monday evening during a visit to emergency crews in Bordeaux. Firefighters and disaster response forces have thus managed to halt the further spread of the flames for the time being. "The part of the fire in Landes is now contained. That is good news," Macron said. At the same time, the president issued a strong warning against ...