Wildfires in France: The Godzilla Fire

Unprecedented wildfires near Lacanau in the Gironde region of France have been described as "XXL fires," "mega-fires," or "monster fires," and as a "multi-headed beast." The fires have caused widespread disruption, with roads typically clogged by summer tourists from Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and other parts of France now filled instead with fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles. The article reflects on the social impact, noting that while society trembles and officials abandon even the pretense of control, social trust remains surprisingly intact.