Devastating Wildfire Leads to Village Evacuation in Southwestern France

A significant wildfire in southwestern France near the Spanish border prompted the evacuation of a village. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin announced the deployment of over 300 firefighters and multiple aircraft to combat the blaze near Castelnou, 30 kilometers from Perpignan.

A significant wildfire near the Spanish border in southwestern France has led to the evacuation of a local village, according to Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin's post on X.

Darmanin revealed that over 300 firefighters, supported by nine aircraft and three helicopters, have been mobilized to tackle the fire.

The inferno erupted near the small mountain village of Castelnou, approximately 30 kilometers (18.64 miles) from the town of Perpignan.

(With inputs from agencies.)