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Tens of thousands of French wildfire evacuees allowed to return home as cooler weather moves in
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· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fires have already charred a significant area, but a recent night was reported to be relatively calm.
In southwestern France, wildfires have been burning, affecting a large area. The region has been experiencing hot and dry conditions, but a change in weather may bring relief. Higher humidity and cooler temperatures are moving into the area, along with a forecast for rain.
Moisture from the Atlantic coast is expected to bring light rain to some parts of the region. Fire crews are still working to contain the fires, with a large number of firefighters and aircraft involved. The fires have already charred a significant area, but a recent night was reported to be relatively calm.
Further details on the situation are available from national weather services and local reports, including updates from the affected areas in southwestern France.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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