Hérault
All the latest news on wildfires and vegetation fires in Hérault (34), in the Occitanie region : active outbreaks, daily alert level, lessons learned after major fires, and prevention tips tailored to the area.
Before a hike, spark-producing work, or any use of fire, check the wildfire alert map for Hérault (34) and follow the applicable prefectural orders. If you see smoke or flames, call 18 or 112.
Recent wildfires
Fire in the Hérault: 250 firefighters deployed, nearly 100 hectares engulfed by flames
A fire has flared up again in Poussan (Hérault), prompting the deployment of 250 firefighters and aerial resources to contain the flames across an area of nearly 100 hectares.
Very high risk of forest fires in the south: the Tramontane and Mistral winds are fuelling the danger
The south of France is on high alert for wildfires, with ‘very high’ risk levels in several departments. The Tramontane, the Mistral and the heatwave are exacerbating the threat.
Hérault: a man in police custody over nine cases of arson
A man is in police custody in the Hérault region on suspicion of nine cases of arson. A female firefighter was injured during a fire that destroyed 250 hectares.
Red alert for forest fires: six departments in the south on high alert
Six departments in the south are on red alert for forest fires this Thursday and Friday. High temperatures and strong winds are increasing the risk.
Fire in the Aude and Hérault departments: 600 hectares engulfed by flames, hundreds of firefighters on the scene
More than 600 hectares have already been ravaged by the flames in the Aude and Hérault departments. Hundreds of firefighters are battling a blaze fanned by strong winds.
Several active wildfires in the south of France: the Aude, Hérault and Var departments on alert
Several fires are raging in the Aude, Hérault and Var regions this Wednesday. Strong winds and high temperatures are hampering the emergency services’ efforts.
Southern France on red alert: six departments face a very high risk of wildfires
Six departments in the south of France are on red alert for forest fires this Wednesday, 1 July 2026. A heatwave and extreme drought are exacerbating the risks.
Fire in Fabrègues: 100 hectares destroyed, evacuations and the A9 motorway brought to a standstill
A major forest fire broke out on Saturday 5 July in Fabrègues, in the Hérault department. The wind caused the fire to spread rapidly through the Gardiole massif, prompting the mobilisation of…
Campfire currently burning in Cap d'Agde: what we know so far
Emergency on site A major fire broke out on Tuesday 27 May 2025 at the Les Sables d’Or campsite, located in Cap d’Agde, in the Hérault department. The fire led to the evacuation…
Cournonsec (34)
A fire has been burning since 5.00 pm on the hills above the town of Cournonsec, in the Hérault department. The fire brigade is on the scene. For your safety, please avoid…
Magalas (34)
A fire has been reported in the commune of Magalas, in the Hérault department (34). For your safety, please avoid the area and ensure that emergency services have unhindered access to…
Saint-Privat (34)
A fire is currently burning in the commune of Saint-Privat, in the hamlet of La Bruyère des Salces, in the Hérault department. Firefighters are at the scene. For your safety, please avoid the…
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