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France battles smouldering fire near Marseille, warns of flare-ups
A wildfire that reached the northwestern outskirts of France's second-biggest city Marseille was under control on Wednesday, ...
Huge Marseille wildfire is pushed back but authorities warn ‘it is not finished’
Officials said the airport for France's second-largest city could close for commercial flights to prioritise air resources if ...
Marseille airport suspends flights due to wildfire as public warned to stay at home
Flights to and from Marseille have been suspended and traffic at the city’s main train station was disrupted due to a ...
Wildfire threatens Marseille, shuts airport in southern France
By Tassilo Hummel MARSEILLE, France (Reuters) -A fast-moving wildfire reached the outskirts of France's second most populous ...
Is it safe to travel to the south of France after wildfires hit Marseille?
The port city of Marseille on the Mediterranean coast is a popular southern hotspot for tourists, drawn to the historic destination for its architectural landmarks, seafood cuisine and buzzing social ...
Marseille fire RECAP: Airport closed after 'spreading' blaze causes plume of smoke across city
Shocking footage captured smoke covering a large part of Marseille Forest, with videos circulating online showing the massive ...