More than 10,000 evacuated in southwestern France as wildfire spreads
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A rapidly spreading wildfire in southwestern France forced the evacuation of more than 10,000 people overnight. The fire scorched 2,000 hectares of land west of Bordeaux, and officials reported the event on Thursday. The incident highlights the ongoing risk of wildfires in the region.
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Mandatory evacuation to protect lives
More than 10,000 people were evacuated in southwestern France due to a wildfire.
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More than 10,000 people were evacuated in southwestern France due to a wildfire.
The Straits Times- Mandatory evacuation to protect lives
- Potential for injuries or casualties if fire spreads further
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Loaded language removed<p>SAUMOS, France, July 23 - More than 10,000 people were evacuated overnight in southwestern France as a spreading wildfire affected 2,000 hectares of land west of the city of Bordeaux, officials said on Thursday.</p>
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More than 10,000 people were evacuated in southwestern France due to a wildfire.
The Straits TimesThe wildfire spread rapidly.
The Straits TimesThe wildfire scorched through 2,000 hectares of land.
The Straits TimesThe wildfire was located west of the city of Bordeaux.
The Straits TimesThe evacuation occurred overnight.
The Straits TimesOfficials reported the situation on Thursday.
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