Forest fire rages in Tuscany, thousands evacuated

AI Briefing

• – 800 hectares of woodland destroyed on Monte Faeta in Tuscany, 3,500 people evacuated, fire started accidentally from olive-tree prunings
• – Firefighters battling blaze across several areas, supported by drones and aircraft, wind conditions hinder efforts
• – Evacuations in place for several areas, including hamlet of Asciano and homes in Santa Maria del Giudice