India, July 29 -- French wildfires in regions like Gironde have stabilized but remain uncontained as a sharp heat wave pushes temperatures past 100degF (38degC-40degC), threatening renewed flare-ups. The fire is classified as stabilized yet uncontained, with overnight flare-ups reported. Separate fires have been largely contained, allowing some displaced residents to return.

Wildfires Stabilize But Risks Remain

Wildfires in France and neighbouring Spain have stabilized, but emergency officials warn that the situation remains precarious as a relentless summer heatwave pushes temperatures past 40degC (104degF). The extreme heat, dropping humidity, and dry winds pose an immediate threat of triggering fresh outbreaks across tinder-dry lands...