On July 13, 2026, a fire of exceptional scale broke out in the Fontainebleau forest, located approximately 60 kilometers southeast of Paris. The blaze began in the afternoon and has rapidly escalated.
Officials have characterized the fire as 'very virulent', raising concerns about its intensity and potential spread. As a precaution, evacuations have been ordered for residents living in the vicinity.
Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and deploying resources to combat the fire, which poses a significant threat to both the environment and local communities.