Travel alert: Major fire in southern France blocks roads; warning for Moldovan citizens
Moldovan citizens are advised to avoid traveling to southern France and to exercise extreme caution if they are in transit through this region. This warning was issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in response to a large-scale wildfire that has erupted in the Aude department.
The flames have devastated over 11,000 hectares, making it the largest fire this summer in the region, according to authorities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) reports that road traffic on the A9 motorway, the main route between France and Spain, was suspended between Narbonne and Perpignan. Several secondary and regional roads in the affected area are completely closed, and access is strictly prohibited on all roads within the fire perimeter.
Local authorities are urging residents and travelers to avoid the area and exercise maximum caution. Moldovan citizens in the region are encouraged to follow official alerts and to contact diplomatic missions if needed.
In light of this situation, the MAE advises citizens of the Republic of Moldova, especially those traveling in the region, to remain cautious and vigilant. They should consult real-time updates by visiting the website https://www.inforoute11.fr/.
Additionally, the Aude prefecture has established an Operational Center and a crisis cell that can be contacted at the local telephone number: 09 70 80 90 40.
Moldovan citizens facing emergencies can also reach out to the Consulate General of the Republic of Moldova in Nice at the emergency telephone number +33493927044.
