A wildfire intensified by strong winds forced the cancellation of all flights at Marseille airport and approached France's second-largest city. Residents of the 16th arrondissement were advised to stay indoors and minimize smoke inhalation risk. The blaze, which reportedly began due to a vehicle fire on the A552 motorway, has led to the evacuation of two housing estates. About 720 firefighters are combating the fire, with significant land destroyed. Emergency services are managing the situation, and roads remain clear for their access while outdoor activities are discouraged.
A fast-moving wildfire has forced Marseille airport to cancel all flights and is encroaching on the second-largest city in France. Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors and close all openings to mitigate smoke inhalation risk.
Marseille airport suspended all flights around midday after a wildfire erupted near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, reportedly caused by a vehicle fire on the A552 motorway, affecting nearly 11 million passengers last year.
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