A major wildfire is burning in the Fontainebleau forest south of Paris on Monday, with flames consuming approximately 800 hectares so far—roughly five percent of the 25,000-hectare forest. French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez stated that the fire may have been "intentionally set," suggesting possible arson as the cause.
The fast-moving blaze has prompted evacuations in the affected area and disrupted transportation infrastructure, including train lines and motorway traffic. In response, France has deployed two Canadair waterbombing planes to combat the fire.
The wildfire occurs as the region experiences its third heat event, conditions that typically increase fire risk and spread.
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