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Sophie Brocas
Politician
Sophie Brocas is the Gironde prefect responsible for managing the crisis during the wildfires.
Notable Quotes
"The latest evacuations were going ahead 'calmly' in the village of Claouey."View Story →
"I urge tourists not to come."View Story →
"We are not in the clear."View Story →
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