Hundreds flee as fire rages
Some 200 firefighters were still battling the blaze, with strong winds expected during the day.
Wildfires have hit southern France, which has experienced an especially dry summer
The blaze has been contained after ravaging 500 hectares (1,250 acres) of pine forest and bush 40 kilometres (25 miles) southwest of Montpellier, the fire service said.
"Today's weather conditions call for the greatest prudence," the fire service said.
At the height of the blaze 800 firefighters were involved.
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Last month saw blazes across southern France, which is experiencing a particularly hot and dry summer.
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