Photo/video report from Marseille, Estaque, the day of the forest fire that affected the northern districts and l'Estaque!
Our video of the fire at L’Estaque – Marseille, July 8 & 10, 2025 | Aerial and ground images of the disaster
On Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, a major wildfire broke out in Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille. Fueled by strong winds and extremely dry conditions, the flames rapidly spread south toward the northern districts of the city, reaching the areas of La Nerthe and L’Estaque.
In response, the Bouches-du-Rhône prefecture issued an urgent warning, asking residents in affected neighborhoods to stay indoors with windows and shutters closed, due to thick and potentially toxic smoke blanketing parts of the city.
As a safety measure, Marseille Provence Airport was closed until further notice, disrupting air traffic throughout the region. The SNCF also suspended train services on several lines serving Marseille, including TER and TGV trains passing through the danger zone.
More than 600 firefighters have been deployed, supported by a fleet of Canadair water bombers and helicopters, working tirelessly to contain the flames. The operation is particularly challenging due to unpredictable wind shifts and the rugged terrain of the surrounding hills.
During the event, Drone-Pictures was on the ground and in the air, conducting a ground photo report over the affected area between L’Estaque and La Nerthe. The images captured provide a dramatic view of the fire’s scale and its impact on both the natural environment and nearby urban areas.
This latest wildfire once again highlights the growing vulnerability of southern France to such disasters, exacerbated by climate change and prolonged drought.
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