'Clear the streets' warning in French city with airport suspending flights
A local fire service earlier said 168 firefighters had been deployed to fight the blaze of around 30 hectares near the town of Les Pennes-Mirabeau, north of the city.
Marseille Mayor Benoit Payan has now warned people in the 16th arrondissement of the city to "remain confined" as the blaze approaches.
He wrote on X: "The violent fire declared in Pennes-Mirabeau is now at the gates of Marseille.
"I ask all Marseillais to be extremely vigilant and to limit their movements as much as possible to make way for emergency services, particularly in the north of the city."
He added that the French Navy would form part of the response to the blaze.
Fire engines and helicopters have so far been used in the response to the fire.
Residents have been urged to keep streets clear to avoid hindering emergency services.
There have been no reports of casualties.
Some residents were urged to close shutters, doors and stay inside.
The spokesperson for Marseille airport said planes had not been taking off or landing since around midday and some flights had been diverted to Nice, Nimes and other regional airports.
It was unclear when the airport would reopen.
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