Wildfire in France’s Landes region burns 1,500 hectares as firefighters race against time.

Firefighters and local farmers in southwestern France are battling through the night to contain a wildfire near Luglon, in the Landes region. The blaze has already destroyed more than 1,500 hectares of land. Hot spots remain active and are threatening nearby homes. Crews are working to protect residential areas as they struggle to bring the flames under control. Forecast rain could offer relief. Authorities are hoping that expected precipitation will help slow the fire’s spread and assist ground teams in their efforts. No injuries have been reported so far. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.