Heavy forest fires in the south of France, according to local government, caused by “poorly extinguished barbecue”

Heavy forest fires broke out in the Aude department in the south of France. Two highways near Narbonne are closed and a campsite in Bizanet has been evacuated as a precaution. Images of passing drivers show high flames and heavy smoke development. According to the local government, the cause would be a poorly extinguished barbecue. The responsible person has been arrested.

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