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Firefighters across southern Europe are battling multiple wildfires as the summer tourism season reaches its peak. Authorities in southwestern France have warned that a significant blaze near the Pyrenees could force a partial cancellation of the Tour de France's third stage.

The fire in Trevillach, France, which began Saturday, has injured a firefighter and a resident, both in life-threatening condition. Approximately 750 firefighters, 200 vehicles, and nine aircraft are deployed to contain the fire, which has a 18-kilometer frontline. Race officials are awaiting a decision by Sunday evening on whether to alter the route for Monday's stage, which is scheduled to finish in Les Angles.

Meanwhile, in Portugal, a wildfire that started Thursday in the Vouzela area has consumed 12,000 hectares (30,000 acres). Over 1,200 firefighters, supported by nearly 400 vehicles and 15 aircraft, are working to control the blaze, which was reportedly somewhat contained by Sunday afternoon, though hot spots remain. Spain and Italy have sent reinforcements, including water bombers, to assist Portugal.

In Spain's northeastern Girona region, a wildfire that began Friday has destroyed nearly 2,200 hectares (5,400 acres). Local officials indicated that full control might not be achieved on Sunday. Nearly 50,000 residents were ordered to stay indoors or evacuated. A man has been detained on suspicion of accidentally starting this fire while using an angle grinder.

Greece is also experiencing fires, with a major blaze erupting Sunday afternoon west of Athens, burning through pine forests. European policymakers have issued stark warnings about an extremely high risk of wildfires throughout July and August.