French authorities are warning of a deteriorating weather outlook as they continue to manage wildfire risks in the southwest.
Meteorologists predict temperatures could reach the 40s Celsius, accompanied by strengthening winds that threaten to reignite smoldering areas or spark new blazes.
Sophie Brocas, the prefect of the affected department, reported that the night had been relatively calm and that firefighters successfully contained the spread of flames west of Bordeaux.
Despite this temporary reprieve, the immediate threat to regional infrastructure remains significant, with emergency services maintaining a high state of alert.
The situation in the Gironde region follows reports of a separate, rapidly spreading wildfire in the Var department near the Mediterranean coast, which has forced the evacuation of dozens of homes.
The combination of extreme heat and dry conditions is creating a volatile environment for emergency responders across southern France.