Major forest fire erupts in famous Fontainebleau near Paris

A major forest fire has broken out in the famous Fontainebleau forest near Paris. The flames have engulfed nearly 2,000 hectares, BFMTV reports. About 850 firefighters and aircraft are involved in extinguishing the blaze. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but authorities are investigating the possibility of arson. Since the beginning of summer, French law enforcement has already detained 32 people suspected of setting forests on fire. The forest surrounds the legendary Château de Fontainebleau, a former royal and imperial residence where 34 French rulers lived throughout history, including Henry IV, Louis XV, and Napoleon Bonaparte.