A massive wildfire in southern France’s Aude region has burned 17,000 hectares, killed one person, and destroyed dozens of homes.

 On Tuesday, a large wildfire broke out near the village of La Ribaute in the Aude region of southern France. The blaze has already burned about 17,000 hectares, making it the biggest such incident in the country in decades, with some reports calling it the largest in nearly 80 years. Although firefighters have managed to bring the flames under control, the risk has not completely passed. The disaster has resulted in the death of one person and the destruction of at least 36 homes. Strong winds caused the fire to spread in unpredictable directions, making the work of controlling it even harder. More than 2,000 firefighters remain on the ground, continuing their efforts to fully contain the situation.

A massive wildfire started on Tuesday close to the village of La Ribaute in the Aude area of southern France.

The fire has burned around 17,000 hectares of land.

It is the biggest wildfire France has seen in decades, with some reports saying it is the largest in almost 80 years.

Firefighters have brought the blaze under control, but the fire is still dangerous.

The disaster has claimed one life.

At least 36 houses have been destroyed by the flames.

Strong winds made the fire spread in unpredictable ways.

Over 2,000 firefighters are still working to control the situation.

BACKGROUND

Southern France has a long history of battling wildfires, particularly during hot, dry summers when strong winds and low humidity create ideal conditions for flames to spread rapidly. The Aude region, known for its vineyards, rural landscapes, and Mediterranean climate, is especially vulnerable. Over recent decades, climate change has intensified these risks, leading to hotter temperatures, prolonged droughts, and more extreme weather patterns. Local authorities and firefighting units have frequently warned about the growing danger, but large-scale fires remain difficult to prevent once they start. The latest blaze, described as the largest in nearly 80 years, reflects both the natural vulnerability of the area and the increasing challenges posed by global warming.

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