Authorities in southwestern France have uncovered a number of unexploded World War Two shells in the aftermath of recent wildfires in the Gironde region. The shells, measuring approximately 30 centimeters in length, were discovered in Le Porge, a town where authorities had just begun allowing thousands of residents to return after evacuation.

Since July 31, a total of 75 shells have been recovered from the surface in the affected neighborhood, which remains closed to the public due to safety concerns. The wildfires that swept through the area resulted in the destruction of more than 180 houses, prompting large-scale evacuations.

Officials are continuing to search for additional ordnance as part of ongoing safety measures to secure the affected zones before allowing full resettlement. The discovery highlights lingering hazards from past conflicts in regions impacted by recent natural disasters. Local authorities are working closely with explosive ordnance disposal teams to manage the situation and ensure public safety.