Two firefighters died on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, while responding to a building fire in Mérignac, a suburb of Bordeaux where Bordeaux Airport is located.
Operational impact at Bordeaux Airport
The fire near Bordeaux Airport led to delays on some flights. The airport posted a notice on its official website informing travelers that the nearby fire was causing flight disruptions.
Official statements
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez announced the deaths of the two firefighters to members of the National Assembly on the same day. He confirmed the incident occurred in Mérignac and stated he was awaiting further details regarding the fire.
