Two firefighters die while tackling a fast-moving blaze near Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in south-west France, multiple outlets report. The fire occurs close to airport parking areas and affects flights and local access, with some reports describing road shutdowns nearby. France’s Interior Ministry confirms the deaths. One account says the blaze is believed to have originated from a brush fire. Local media describe heavy flames and smoke reaching the airport area, contributing to flight disruption including delays and cancellations. Fire crews respond to reports of the incident, but the fire’s spread and intensity continue to affect operations during the response. Several outlets characterize the scene as severe, with smoke and visible fire limiting normal activity at and around the airport. Authorities and emergency services coordinate on the incident, while air travel is disrupted as the situation develops. The reports agree on the core details: two firefighter fatalities, the blaze’s proximity to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, and significant disruption to flights.