Major Wildfire in the Fagnes: Over 2700 Hectares Burned
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A major wildfire broke out in the Fagnes region on Friday, August 14, 2026. By Saturday, over 2700 hectares had been ravaged, making it the worst fire in Belgian history. Residents were evacuated, and firefighters continued to battle the blaze. Drones and helicopters were initially deployed, but helicopter interventions were suspended overnight. The fire spread rapidly, up to 10 km/h at times. Flanders offered assistance to fight the fire.
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