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Fire destroys three caravans on travellers' site in Combourg

04.07.2026 04:12 3 min 6 sources
INFO.FR FRA + 5 more
Fire destroys three caravans on travellers' site in Combourg
Original source: INFO.FR

In Brief

On the evening of June 16, 2026, three caravans burned down on a private site in Combourg (Ille-et-Vilaine). 27 firefighters and seven vehicles prevented the fire from spreading to a nearby building and a wheat field. No injuries reported; cause under investigation.

On the evening of June 16, 2026, around 10:00 PM on Lanrigan Road in Combourg (Ille-et-Vilaine department), a fire broke out on a private site occupied by settled travellers. The flames completely destroyed three caravans.

Threat mitigation

There was a high risk of the fire spreading to a nearby 50 sq m building, other caravans, and a wheat field. Thanks to the rapid response of 27 firefighters, seven vehicles, and three water hoses, assisted by the gendarmerie, the threat was eliminated. No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Fire destroys three caravans in Combourg

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