French newspaper Sud Ouest has published a comparison of wildfire maps for the Gironde region, contrasting the fires of 2026 with those that occurred in 2022.
The report, released on July 29, 2026, examines the geographic spread and intensity of the blazes during both years, according to Sud Ouest. The 2022 wildfires in Gironde were among the most destructive in the region's history, burning tens of thousands of hectares of forest and forcing mass evacuations.
By presenting the 2026 map alongside the earlier one, Sud Ouest provides a visual tool for readers to assess how the current fire season compares to that catastrophic year. The comparison highlights areas that have been affected again and shows whether the 2026 fires have reached similar or different zones.
The newspaper’s analysis comes as France continues to grapple with increased wildfire risks linked to drought and heatwaves. The 2022 fires served as a wake-up call for emergency services and land management authorities across the country.
Readers should watch for further updates from Sud Ouest as the 2026 fire season develops in Gironde.
