On May 23, 2026, several incidents involving motorhomes occurred in France.
In the village of Vernéchasbre (Craponne-sur-Arzon), a 30 m² yurt located in a wooded area caught fire. The flames spread to a nearby motorhome and partially damaged an SUV. Gas cylinders exploded. The 51-year-old owner suffered burns to his hands and back and was evacuated in serious condition to Émile-Roux hospital. 26 firefighters were on scene; an investigation has been opened.
On the RN19 road in the commune of Pomoy, a motorhome collided with a car. Seven people sustained minor injuries. Local authorities had previously expressed concern about the accident rate on this stretch, dubbed the "road of death," and had requested the installation of a radar.
In Longeville-sur-Mer (Vendée), a motorhome caught fire. 17 firefighters arrived to find the vehicle fully engulfed, with partial spread to a forest (20 m²). The owner suffered minor burns and was taken to Les Sables-d'Olonne hospital.