Firefighters in France have voiced their disappointment after a meeting with the Interior Ministry about a new proposed law aimed at modernizing civil security. The meeting, held on September 8, came at the start of a mobilization campaign by firefighters who are demanding more resources and hiring, especially after experiencing severe summer wildfires. The proposed bill includes 21 articles that aim to redefine the missions and governance of civil security, but it does not address key concerns raised by firefighters, such as funding, staffing, and equipment. According to Xavier Boy, representing the intersyndical union of firefighters, the proposed measures fail to provide solutions for the critical issues they have highlighted. Firefighters argue that the summer wildfires have exposed a serious lack of resources, including a decline in the number of firefighting vehicles for forest fires, which has dropped by about 1,000 units since the early 2000s. Additionally, 30% of rescue centers have closed, and 61% of the remaining ones depend entirely on volunteer firefighters. The firefighters also expressed frustration that the section of the bill focused on strengthening wildfire prevention and response efforts has been postponed to a later date. They emphasized the urgency of addressing these issues, as they believe the current situation puts both firefighters and the public at risk. Despite the proposed reforms, firefighters have not seen any immediate plans to improve their working conditions or increase their capacity to respond to emergencies. The mobilization is expected to continue until October 20, the date of the budget vote, during which firefighters hope to secure commitments for additional resources and personnel. As part of their campaign, they plan to hold a demonstration on the Champ de Mars in Paris on September 27, drawing attention to their demands and the ongoing challenges they face in protecting communities from natural disasters.