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Large ​flames ⁠advanced behind hillside villas ‌typical of the French Riviera

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A wildfire swept through ​towns on France's Mediterranean coast near Frejus on Sunday, threatening homes and forcing the evacuation of several hamlets as ⁠strong winds and drought conditions fuelled its rapid spread, local authorities said.