A large fire broke out in Marseille's 16th arrondissement in the Bouches-du-Rhône department on July 8, 2025, prompting authorities to order residents to confine themselves indoors. The fire spread toward the northern neighborhoods of Marseille, leading to evacuations and confinement orders for the affected area. By early July 9, residents were allowed to leave confinement as the situation improved. Subsequently, on July 15, 2025, a major fire occurred in Paris's 12th arrondissement in a building under construction near Bercy. The fire involved an eight-story structure with several floors collapsing. Due to the presence of acetylene, there was a risk of explosion. Emergency responders evacuated workers and nearby commercial establishments including Lidl, Leroy Merlin, and an apartment hotel. Ten fire trucks were deployed to contain the blaze, and authorities advised the public to avoid the area.