Gironde wildfires pick up as French region braces for new 40C heatwave

Firefighters in the Gironde region of France are preparing for a challenging day as temperatures are expected to soar to 40C. The heatwave is likely to exacerbate the ongoing wildfires, making containment efforts more difficult. The region is already battling significant blazes, and the rising temperatures will require increased vigilance from emergency responders. Firefighters are bracing themselves for a potentially intense day of fighting the fires.

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