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News, collated and summarised in one place. News updates every 30 minutes and videos every hour throughout the crisis.All the information, gathered and translated in one place. The news feed is updated every 30 minutes and videos are updated every hour throughout the crisis.News, collated and summarised in one place. News updates every 30 minutes and videos every hour throughout the crisis.
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In an emergency, call 18 (fire brigade) or 112. This page is not a substitute for the official alert.In an emergency, call 18 (fire brigade) or 112. This page is not a substitute for official alerts.In an emergency, call 18 (fire brigade) or 112. This page is not a substitute for the official alert.
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Compiled by Fontyblog from reliable sources (prefecture, town council, SDIS 77, French and international trade press). Each entry is time-stamped and cited. Paris time.Written by Fontyblog, based on reliable sources (the prefecture, the town hall, the SDIS 77 fire service, and the professional French and international press). Each entry is time-stamped and cited. Paris time.Compiled by Fontyblog from reliable sources (prefecture, town council, SDIS 77, French and international trade press). Each entry is time-stamped and cited. Paris time.

15 July · 8.43 pm Euronews.com

Presidential visit scheduled for ThursdayPresidential visit scheduled for ThursdayPresidential visit planned for Thursday

President Emmanuel Macron is due to visit the area on Thursday to assess the extent of the damage and offer his support to the teams on the ground. Meanwhile, the courts have ordered the detention of two suspects linked to the fires.President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit the scene this Thursday to assess the damage and offer his support to the emergency services. Meanwhile, the judiciary has requested that two suspects linked to the fires be remanded in custody.President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit the scene on Thursday to assess the extent of the damage and offer his support to the emergency services. Meanwhile, the judicial authorities have applied for two suspects to be remanded in custody in connection with the fires.

Source: Source: Source: Euronews.com
15 July · 8.27 pm BFM

Psychiatric assessment of the suspect firefighterPsychiatric assessment of the firefighter suspectPsychiatric assessment of the suspect firefighter

A psychiatric assessment was carried out on the volunteer firefighter suspected of having started a fire. The results of this assessment revealed no psychological disorders in the individual.A psychiatric assessment was carried out on the volunteer firefighter suspected of starting a fire. The results of this assessment revealed that the individual did not suffer from any psychological disorders.A psychiatric assessment was carried out on the volunteer firefighter who is suspected of having started a fire. The findings of this assessment revealed no mental health disorders in the individual.

Source: Source: Source: BFM
15 July · 7.57 pm BFM

Investigation: the suspect, a firefighter, retracts his confessionInvestigation: suspect firefighter retracts confessionInvestigation: Suspected firefighter retracts confession

One of the suspects, a volunteer firefighter, has retracted his initial confession regarding his involvement in starting the fires. He now denies being responsible for the fires in the Fontainebleau mountains.One of the suspects, a volunteer firefighter, has retracted his initial confession regarding his involvement in starting the fires. He now denies being responsible for the fires in the Fontainebleau forest.One of the suspects, a volunteer firefighter, has retracted his original confession regarding his involvement in the arson. He now denies being responsible for the fires in the Fontainebleau forest.

Source: Source: Source: BFM
15 July · 7.14 pm Le Parisien

A6 motorway: set to reopen this ThursdayA6 motorway: set to reopen on ThursdayA6 motorway: Reopening planned for Thursday

The reopening of the A6 motorway, originally scheduled for Friday, is now set for this Thursday. Traffic will resume subject to a speed limit and specific restrictions to ensure the safety of road users.The reopening of the A6 motorway, originally planned for Friday, is now scheduled for this Thursday. Traffic will resume, subject to a speed limit and specific restrictions to ensure the safety of road users.The reopening of the A6 motorway, which was originally scheduled for Friday, is now set for this Thursday. Traffic will resume subject to a speed limit and specific restrictions to ensure the safety of road users.

Source: Source: Source: Le Parisien
15 July · 18:58 Dna.fr

National reinforcements: firefighters from the Bas-Rhin mobilisedNational reinforcements: firefighters from Bas-Rhin deployedNational Reinforcements: Firefighters from the Bas-Rhin in action

Fire crews from the Bas-Rhin department have been sent as reinforcements to assist the local emergency services. This deployment is part of the national effort to tackle the fires in the Fontainebleau massif.Firefighting teams from the Bas-Rhin department have been sent as reinforcements to support local emergency services. This mobilisation is part of the national effort to tackle the fires in the Fontainebleau forest.Fire crews from the Bas-Rhin department were deployed to support the local emergency services. This mobilisation is part of the national effort to tackle the wildfires in the Forest of Fontainebleau.

Source: Source: Source: Dna.fr
15 July · 18:21 Nice-Matin

Investigation: two suspects in pre-trial detentionInvestigation: two suspects in pre-trial detentionInvestigations: Two suspects in pre-trial detention

The two suspects, one of whom is a volunteer firefighter, have admitted to deliberately starting the fires. They have been brought before a judge and remanded in custody.The two suspects, one of whom is a volunteer firefighter, have admitted to deliberately starting the fires. They were brought before a judge and remanded in custody.The two suspects, one of whom is a volunteer firefighter, have confessed to deliberately taking part in the arson. They were brought before a judge and remanded in custody.

Source: Source: Source: Nice-Matin
15 July · 18:16 National Gendarmerie

The Gendarmerie’s overall response to the firesComprehensive response by the Gendarmerie to the firesComprehensive response by the Gendarmerie to the forest fires

The National Gendarmerie has launched a comprehensive response to secure the affected areas and carry out investigations. This operation includes aerial resources for surveillance and to search for new outbreaks of fire.The national Gendarmerie has launched a comprehensive response to secure the affected areas and carry out investigations. This operation includes aerial assets for surveillance and to search for new outbreaks of fire.The National Gendarmerie has launched a comprehensive response to secure the affected areas and carry out investigations. This includes the use of aerial resources for surveillance and to search for new sources of fire.

Source: Source: Source: National Gendarmerie
15 July · 17:59 TF1 News

Investigation: laboratory analyses of fire originsInvestigation: laboratory analysis of fire causesInvestigation: Laboratory analyses into the causes of the fire

The judicial investigation is continuing, with laboratory analyses being carried out to detect the presence of flammable substances at the fire sites. These technical investigations complement the interviews with the suspects.The judicial investigation is continuing with laboratory analyses designed to detect the presence of flammable substances at the fire sites. These technical investigations complement the questioning of the suspects.The judicial investigations are continuing with laboratory analyses to detect the presence of flammable substances at the scenes of the fires. These technical investigations complement the interviews with the suspects.

Source: Source: Source: TF1 News
15 July · 17:58 BFM

Air support: a DASH aircraft providing supportAerial support: DASH aircraft deployedAir support: DASH aircraft in action

A DASH aircraft has been deployed to bolster the aerial resources already on site. It is providing support to the Canadair aircraft and water-bombing helicopters in the fight against flare-ups.A DASH aircraft has been deployed to bolster the aerial resources already on site. It is assisting the Canadairs and water-bombing helicopters in tackling the flare-ups.A DASH aircraft was deployed to reinforce the aerial resources already on site. It is assisting the Canadair fire-fighting aircraft and fire-fighting helicopters in tackling the fires that have flared up again.

Source: Source: Source: BFM
15 July · 17:37 Le Figaro

A call for support for local tourismCall to support local tourismCall for support for local tourism

In the wake of the fires, professionals in Fontainebleau’s tourism sector are calling for business to continue as normal. They emphasise the importance of supporting the local economy despite restrictions on access to certain forest areas.Faced with the consequences of the fires, tourism professionals in Fontainebleau are calling for business to continue as normal. They stress the importance of supporting the local economy despite restrictions on access to certain forest areas.In light of the impact of the forest fires, tourism professionals in Fontainebleau are calling for businesses to remain open. They emphasise how important it is to support the local economy despite the restrictions on access to certain forest areas.

Source: Source: Source: Le Figaro
15 July · 17:23 Le Figaro

Fontainebleau fires: two suspects brought before a judgeFontainebleau fires: two suspects brought before a judgeForest fires in Fontainebleau: Two suspects brought before a judge

Two suspects who admitted to deliberately starting the fires appeared before a judge on Wednesday. The public prosecutor’s office has requested that they be remanded in custody.Two suspects who admitted to deliberately starting the fires appeared before a judge on Wednesday. The public prosecutor’s office has requested that they be remanded in custody.Two suspects who have confessed to deliberately starting the forest fires were brought before a judge on Wednesday. The prosecution has applied for them to be remanded in custody.

Source: Source: Source: Le Figaro
15 July · 16:24 Le Figaro

A6 motorway: due to reopen on FridayA6 motorway: set to reopen on FridayA6 motorway: Reopening planned for Friday

The prefecture and the authorities have stated that the A6 motorway, which has been closed since Sunday, will not be able to reopen to traffic before Friday. This safety measure is being maintained to allow the emergency services to carry out their work in complete safety.The prefecture and the authorities have clarified that the A6 motorway, which has been closed since Sunday, will not be able to reopen to traffic before Friday. This safety measure remains in place to allow the emergency services to carry out their work safely.The prefecture and the authorities have made it clear that the A6 motorway, which has been closed since Sunday, cannot be reopened to traffic before Friday. This safety measure remains in place to ensure that the emergency services can carry out their work safely.

Source: Source: Source: Le Figaro
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EmergenciesEmergency numbersEmergencies

Fire, suspicious smoke, person in danger:Fire, suspicious smoke, someone in danger:Fire, suspicious smoke, person in danger:

18 FirefightersFire brigadeFirefighters
112 EU EmergenciesEU emergencyEU Emergencies

Roads and accessRoads and accessRoads and access

  • A6: Still closed; no reopening planned in the near future. Ury and Cély are the only exits available.Still closed; no reopening planned as yet. Mandatory exits at Ury and Cély.Still closed; no reopening planned in the near future. Ury and Cély are the only exits available.
  • Fontainebleau Massif: access partially restricted by prefectural orderpartially closed by prefectural orderaccess partially restricted by prefectural order

Air qualityAir qualityAir quality

Smoke may be noticeable, depending on the wind. Vulnerable people: limit outdoor activity and close windows if you smell smoke. Real-time updates on Airparif.Smoke may be visible, depending on the wind. Vulnerable people: limit outdoor activity and close windows if you smell smoke. Real-time monitoring on Airparif.Smoke may be noticeable, depending on the wind. Vulnerable people: limit outdoor activity and close windows if you smell smoke. Real-time updates on Airparif.

InstructionsGuidelinesInstructions

  • Do not go near the mountain range, even to look at itStay away from the forest, even just to have a lookDo not go near the mountain range, even to look at it
  • Keep the roads clear for the emergency servicesKeep the roads clear for the emergency servicesKeep the roads clear for the emergency services
  • Please follow only the official guidelinesFollow the official instructions onlyPlease follow only the official guidelines
3Official networksOfficial channelsOfficial networks

Official channels to follow, in French. Facebook limits the display of embedded feeds: click to view the latest posts.Official channels to follow, in French. Facebook restricts embedded feeds: click to view the latest posts.Official channels to follow, in French. Facebook limits the display of embedded feeds: click to view the latest posts.

4On YouTubeOn YouTubeOn YouTube

Reports and live coverage, with summaries in French and English. The most recent items appear first. Paris time.News reports and live streams, summarised in French and English. Most recent first. Paris time.Reports and live coverage, with summaries in French and English. The most recent items appear first. Paris time.

Le Parisien · 15 July · 7.38 pm

Fontainebleau: dogs evacuated as a matter of urgencyFontainebleau: Dogs evacuated in an emergencyFontainebleau: Dogs evacuated as a matter of urgency

Due to the forest fires in Fontainebleau, 80 dogs from a boarding kennel had to be evacuated as a matter of urgency. After an initial transfer to an equestrian centre, the animals were relocated to an air-conditioned room with the help of the local council.Due to the forest fires in Fontainebleau, 80 dogs from a boarding kennel had to be evacuated as a matter of urgency. After being taken to an equestrian centre initially, the animals were moved to an air-conditioned room with the help of the local council.Due to the forest fires in Fontainebleau, 80 dogs had to be evacuated from a boarding kennel as a matter of urgency. After being initially moved to an equestrian centre, the animals were relocated to an air-conditioned room with the support of the local council.

Europe 1 · 15 July · 7.25 pm

Fires in Fontainebleau: five people arrestedForest fires in Fontainebleau: five people arrestedForest fires in Fontainebleau: Five people arrested

Five people have been arrested in connection with the recent forest fires in Fontainebleau. Among them, two suspects, including a volunteer firefighter, have been remanded in custody.Five people have been arrested in connection with the recent forest fires in Fontainebleau. Two of the suspects, including a volunteer firefighter, have been remanded in custody.Five people have been arrested in connection with the recent forest fires in Fontainebleau. Among them are two suspects, including a volunteer firefighter, who have been remanded in custody.

TF1 INFO · 15 July · 18:47

Fires in Fontainebleau: a volunteer firefighter admits to starting the firesFontainebleau wildfires: a volunteer firefighter admits to starting the firesForest fires in Fontainebleau: Volunteer firefighter confesses to arson

The investigation into the forest fires in Fontainebleau is making progress following a confession by a 19-year-old volunteer firefighter. The authorities, who are also analysing soil samples, are actively monitoring any suspicious behaviour in the area.The investigation into the Fontainebleau forest fires is making progress following the confession of a 19-year-old volunteer firefighter. The authorities, who are also analysing soil samples, are actively monitoring suspicious behaviour in the area.The investigation into the forest fires in Fontainebleau is making progress following a confession by a 19-year-old volunteer firefighter. The authorities, who are also analysing soil samples, are actively monitoring suspicious behaviour in the area.

Le Parisien · 15 July · 6.30 pm

Emergency evacuation of 80 dogs threatened by the fire in the Fontainebleau forestEmergency evacuation of 80 dogs threatened by the Fontainebleau forest fireEmergency evacuation of 80 dogs threatened by the forest fire in Fontainebleau

As the fire spread through the Fontainebleau forest, 80 dogs from a boarding kennel were evacuated as a matter of urgency. They have been rehoused in an air-conditioned sports hall in Champagne-sur-Seine, where volunteers and vets are looking after them.Due to the advancing fire in the Fontainebleau forest, 80 dogs from a boarding kennel were urgently evacuated. They have been taken to an air-conditioned sports hall in Champagne-sur-Seine, where volunteers and vets are monitoring their condition.Due to the spreading forest fire in Fontainebleau, 80 dogs were urgently evacuated from a boarding kennel. They have been taken to an air-conditioned sports hall in Champagne-sur-Seine, where volunteers and vets are looking after them.

CNEWS · 15 July · 18:26

Colonel Sébastien Avenel provides an update on the forest fires in FontainebleauColonel Sébastien Avenel provides an update on the Fontainebleau forest firesColonel Sébastien Avenel provides an update on the forest fires in Fontainebleau

Colonel Sébastien Avenel, head of rescue operations, has confirmed that there are no longer any active fires near the motorways. He added that 950 firefighters have been deployed to the area to monitor high-risk zones and secure the infrastructure.Colonel Sébastien Avenel, commander of the rescue operations, confirms that there is no longer any active fire near the motorways. He states that 950 firefighters have been deployed on the ground to monitor high-risk areas and secure infrastructure.Colonel Sébastien Avenel, Head of Rescue Operations, has confirmed that there are no longer any active fires near the motorways. He states that 950 firefighters are on the ground, monitoring high-risk areas and securing the infrastructure.

CNEWS · 15 July · 18:24

Update on the Fontainebleau forest fireUpdate on the Fontainebleau forest fireUpdate on the forest fire in Fontainebleau

Colonel Sébastien Avenel has provided an update on the situation in Fontainebleau. He has confirmed that the fire is contained within the perimeter and that 950 firefighters are on the ground.Colonel Sébastien Avenel has provided an update on the situation in Fontainebleau. He has confirmed that the fire is contained within the perimeter and that 950 firefighters have been deployed on the ground.Colonel Sébastien Avenel has provided an update on the situation in Fontainebleau. He has confirmed that the fire has been contained within the perimeter and that 950 firefighters are currently on the scene.

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