Macron vows to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating wildfires
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron promised to replant the Fontainebleau forest after wildfires burned at least 10% of its 20,000 hectares. The fires forced about 1,000 people to leave their homes, and while the fire is now under control, it will take several weeks to fully extinguish.Key Facts
- The Fontainebleau forest covers 20,000 hectares and is located just south of Paris.
- Wildfires damaged at least 10% of the forest area.
- Around 1,000 residents had to evacuate due to the fires.
- President Macron described the forest as a valuable natural and cultural treasure.
- A fundraising campaign to replant the forest is being launched by the local municipality, the National Forest Office, and the Fondation du Patrimoine.
- Fontainebleau forest is historically a former royal hunting ground and a popular site for outdoor activities like hiking and climbing.
- Macron previously led a fundraising effort to rebuild Notre-Dame Cathedral after its fire in 2019.
- Experts say the forest could take decades to fully recover from the wildfire damage.
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