Wildfires have severely damaged large areas of the Fontainebleau forest near Paris, France. According to France 24's Claire Paccalin, the fires have been contained but remain active as of July 15, 2026. Locals in the region, which is not typically prone to forest fires, have been left shocked by the scale and impact of the blazes.

The containment efforts have prevented further spread, but full extinguishment has not yet been achieved. The event has drawn attention to the vulnerability of areas previously considered low-risk for wildfires.

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