Wallonia opens investigation into Fagnes plateau fire that burned 3,300+ hectares

Wallonia has launched an official investigation into the cause of a major wildfire on the Fagnes plateau that began mid-August and continues to burn, having devastated over 3,300 hectares. The probe will examine why risky works were authorized in the nature reserve despite red-flag fire conditions, and who bears responsibility for the ecological disaster. The investigation is in its early stages, with damage assessment ongoing.