feux biscarrosse

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Large wildfires in the Landes region have led to smoke spreading to neighboring areas and attention to firefighting efforts and local impacts.

Significant wildfires have broken out in the Landes region of France, notably around Biscarrosse, resulting in active firefighting efforts including the deployment of water bombers. The smoke from these fires has been carried by the wind into areas such as Ariège, raising air quality concerns. Meanwhile, there are reports of some residents engaging in dangerous activities like lighting fireworks amidst the ongoing fires.