Wildfire near Barèges (Jul 17) (FR)
Satellite image: NASA MODIS (infrared — active fire in orange/red, from yesterday).
Heat detections: NASA FIRMS (last 48h).
Spanning 180 hectares (445 acres) near Barèges, France, an active wildfire continues to challenge containment efforts since its ignition on July 17, 2026. Satellite monitoring has detected seven distinct heat clusters in the area over the last 48 hours, indicating a localized but persistent spread across the rugged terrain.
Thermal sensors are currently recording a moderate heat intensity from the fire front, suggesting steady combustion rather than extreme flare-ups. Fire crews remain on the scene to monitor the progression of the blaze as it moves through the region.
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