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A large wildfire near Brignoles in the Var department caused major evacuations and firefighting efforts.

A wildfire broke out near Brignoles in the Var region, devastating around 100 hectares and prompting the evacuation of 650 people from nine communes. The fire resulted in injuries to two firefighters and mobilized extensive emergency services, including gendarmerie to secure the area and facilitate rescue operations. Authorities have since allowed some residents to return home as the fire became contained.