The situation remains critical as authorities continue to tackle the complex challenge of managing firefighting efforts while ensuring the safety of residents near the widespread fire.
**Wildfire Near Marseille: Over 100 Injured Amid Evacuations and Flight Cancellations**
**Wildfire Near Marseille: Over 100 Injured Amid Evacuations and Flight Cancellations**
More than 100 individuals have sustained injuries as firefighters battle a rapidly spreading wildfire on the outskirts of Marseille, prompting mass evacuations and transportation disruptions.
An alarming wildfire broke out in Les Pennes-Mirabeau, about eight miles north of Marseille, ignited by a vehicle fire during a scorching heatwave. By late Tuesday, the blaze had consumed approximately 1,700 acres, leading to the evacuation of hundreds and causing the temporary suspension of flights and trains in the area. France's Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau reported over 110 injuries, including at least 30 firefighters and law enforcement personnel, although there were no fatalities reported, which he deemed "exceptional" given the fire's intensity. More than 600 firefighters, supported by aircraft, are working tirelessly to contain the flames, with officials advising 14,000 residents to remain indoors. Amid these efforts, Marseille-Provence Airport announced temporary flight cancellations due to smoke and ash, though it expected to reopen later in the evening. The French weather agency had warned of elevated wildfire risks across the country, exacerbated by high temperatures and robust winds.
