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High Fens

Coverage of High Fens in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Aug 16 · 08:48 UTCMost recent: Aug 16 · 08:51 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
Liège provinceplace2Hervé Jamarperson2BAELEN, Belgiumplace1Belgian policeorganization1German borderplace1Monschauplace1The Washington Postorganization1Belgian wildfiretopic1European Unionorganization1Belgiumplace1Swedenplace1Netherlandsplace1
Recent coverage
  • WORLDAug 16 · 08:51 UTCWTOP DC
    Firefighters battle a massive Belgian wildfire, forcing hundreds to evacuate

    A massive wildfire burned over 27 square kilometers in Belgium's High Fens nature reserve, forcing approximately 600 residents and tourists to evacuate nearby areas. Emergency response involved more than 250 personnel from Belgian, German, and international sources, though authorities stated no homes were affected as of Sunday morning.

  • WORLDAug 16 · 08:48 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Firefighters battle a massive Belgian wildfire that forced hundreds to evacuate

    A massive wildfire burned about 30 square kilometers in the High Fens of eastern Belgium, prompting the evacuation of approximately 600 residents. Authorities deployed over 250 emergency personnel, including Belgian and German firefighters, while activating European Union assistance. The fire remains difficult to contain due to dry conditions and is currently near residential areas.