Côte-d'Or: Firefighters contain roadside fires along A36 and A31, 4 hectares burned

Several fires broke out along the A36 and A31 highways in Côte-d'Or, France, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, burning approximately 4 hectares of roadside vegetation. Firefighters mobilized 16 vehicles and 46 personnel to contain the flames. The fires, which started around 4:45 PM, spread repeatedly along the highways, affecting wasteland and scrub. The origin is believed to be accidental. Crews from multiple fire stations, including Beaune, Gevrey, and Dijon Est, stopped the spread and are now dousing the affected areas to prevent reignition. The operation involved significant resources from across the department, supported by the departmental directorate. The rapid response prevented further damage, with the total burned area estimated at 4 hectares.