'I spent the night coughing': Wildfire smoke leaves Bordeaux residents struggling to breathe
Summary
A large wildfire in southwestern France has covered the city of Bordeaux with thick smoke, causing residents to struggle with breathing and cough through the night. People are wearing masks to protect themselves from the harmful smoke, which contains tiny particles and gases that can damage health.Key Facts
- A massive wildfire has been burning in the southwest Gironde region near Bordeaux since last Friday.
- Smoke from the fire has covered Bordeaux, creating a thick, yellowish haze and depositing ash in the city.
- Residents are wearing surgical and FFP2 masks to guard against the toxic smoke.
- The smoke contains fine particles and harmful gases like carbon monoxide and benzene.
- People have reported difficulty breathing and coughing due to the smoke.
- Some residents have limited outdoor activity and consider leaving the city if the smoke worsens.
- Health experts say smoke can cause respiratory problems even for people living far from the fire.
- Winds change the smoke’s reach and intensity throughout the day.
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