# France steps up wildfire prevention

https://mins.news/en/item/12041

- France 24, 2026-08-02 14:25 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20260802-france-steps-up-fire-prevention

> France is facing its worst wildfire season in decades. Against that backdrop, officials are searching for ways to prevent fires before they begin. The focus is on stopping outbreaks at an early stage rather than relying only on responses after flames appear. Catherine Viette reports on the country’s efforts to strengthen fire prevention.

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