Montblanc (34)

A fire has been reported near the town of Montblanc in the Hérault department. The pine forest fire is said to be spreading rapidly due to the tramontane wind. Resources deployed on site: 3 GIFFs, 3 CCGCs, 2 CCAMs, 2 Air Tractors, 1 command helicopter, and 1 medical team (1 VLSM and 1 VSAV). Update 14:40: 7 hectares have already been burnt; the fire is still burning. Update 20:30: Fire extinguished, under surveillance overnight; 12 hectares affected. For your safety, please avoid the area.