The fire broke out on Wednesday, July 1st, in the afternoon in the Bouilladisse sector (Bouches-du-Rhône). Firefighters quickly intervened and managed to put out the fire.
Emergency services have installed an important system to prevent the spread of fire: 50 engines were deployed, as well as 122 firefighters.. In total, the fire covered 2 hectares.
According to Mayor Ambrosio Dolfi, who is on site: “The fire started due to a traffic accident between two classic cars.“The elected official indicates that in addition to the facilities specified by Sdis, a helicopter and a Dash aircraft are in operation.”The fire has been contained, but we remain very vigilant as it could spread very quickly due to the wind today.“
Sebastien Lecornu is expected on July 2 in Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. The Prime Minister will lead an inter-ministerial crisis group on heat waves and fire risks.