A wildfire in southern France is burning near the area where the Tour de France is travelling, prompting major evacuations and restrictions for spectators. Two sources report that the Trevillach fire forces around 10,000 people to leave their homes as the blaze threatens the communities near the event route. The fire is described as active close to the third stage of the Tour de France, creating safety risks for residents and visitors.
In response to the conditions around the race stage, authorities also restrict access for fans. According to the reports, spectators are banned from the Tour de France stage near the fire area, limiting public attendance while emergency services respond. The measures focus on reducing exposure to hazards from the wildfire while the race continues.
The accounts agree on the scale of the evacuation and the link between the fire’s location and the Tour stage, but they do not provide detailed figures on injuries or damage beyond the displacement and spectator restrictions.
