# Hundreds evacuate as Belgium battles record wildfire

https://mins.news/en/item/23192

- France 24, 2026-08-15 15:37 UTC
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- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260815-hundreds-of-villagers-evacuate-as-belgium-battles-record-wildfire

> Belgium is continuing to fight one of the worst wildfires in its history. Hundreds of residents have been evacuated, while more than 2,700 hectares have burned.

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