Var
All the latest news on wildfires and vegetation fires in Var (83), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 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 Var (83) and follow the applicable prefectural orders. If you see smoke or flames, call 18 or 112.
Recent wildfires
Fire in the Var: over 2,550 hectares burnt, 1,200 firefighters deployed
A fire covering 2,550 hectares in the Var region is threatening several towns. Despite the efforts of 1,200 firefighters, the flames are still burning near Cotignac and Montfort-sur-Argens.
Major fire between Taradeau and Les Arcs: 180 hectares burnt, evacuations under way
A fire is ravaging 180 hectares between Taradeau and Les Arcs-sur-Argens. Evacuations are under way and exceptional resources have been deployed to contain the flames.
Var and Bouches-du-Rhône on red alert: exceptional measures to prevent forest fires
The Var and Bouches-du-Rhône regions are on red alert this Sunday. 1,200 firefighters have been mobilised and aerial resources deployed to prevent forest fires.
Extreme fire risk in the Var: the prefecture has closed all mountain ranges
The Var Prefecture is closing all mountain ranges this Saturday, 18 July, due to an extreme or very severe risk of wildfire.
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.
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.
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.
The Var, Vaucluse and Allier are at high risk this weekend
The Var, Vaucluse and Allier are at high risk of forest fires this Saturday due to the heatwave. Météo-France has issued a warning about conditions conducive to fires.
Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer (83)
A fire has been reported in the town of Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, in the Var department. Emergency services are on their way. For your safety, please avoid the area. UPDATE 9.30 pm…
Canjuers (83)
A fire is currently burning at the Canjuers military camp, in the area known as La Montagne du Malay in the municipality of Mons, in the Var department (83). The military fire brigade and the…
Besse-sur-Issole (83)
A major fire has been reported in the commune of Besse-sur-Issole, in the La Coste area, in the Var department (83). Firefighters and aerial resources are…
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