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Tenn. family shares harrowing tale of escape from fires in France
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Nick Beres , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the family's ordeal are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF, including an account from the mother about the evacuation of a city in southwestern France.
A local family has returned to Nashville after a dangerous experience in France. They were in a small town when wildfires broke out, leaving them isolated and at risk. The family's situation became desperate as the fire approached.
They managed to escape and make their way to the airport, eventually returning to Nashville. The family arrived at the airport on Wednesday night. Their story has garnered significant attention, both in Europe and nationally.
Further details about the family's ordeal are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF, including an account from the mother about the evacuation of a city in southwestern France.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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