Bormes-les-Mimosas (83)

A fire has been reported near Bormes-les-Mimosas in the Var department; the fire is believed to be located more precisely between Bormes and La Londes-les-Maures. Firefighters are on their way; three Canadair aircraft are in the area, along with two HBE helicopters, and ground reinforcements have been requested. 7.00 pm: Fire extinguished; 2 to 3 hectares are thought to have been burnt. Nearly 100 firefighters were mobilised. 3.00 pm: 1 hectare has already been burnt. The fire is still burning. 14:50: Three Canadair aircraft in the area. For your safety, please avoid the area.