Prevention

Gard

All the latest news on wildfires and vegetation fires in Gard (30), 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 Gard (30) and follow the applicable prefectural orders. If you see smoke or flames, call 18 or 112.

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  • Gard: four people under investigation following a series of wildfires

    Gard: four people under investigation following a series of wildfires

    In Alès, in the Gard department, the investigation has identified four people as suspects in three wildfires. They are due to stand trial in late summer 2026.

  • Very high risk of forest fires in the south: the Tramontane and Mistral winds are fuelling the danger

    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.

  • Forest fire in Rochefort-du-Gard: 40 hectares burnt, exceptional resources deployed

    Forest fire in Rochefort-du-Gard: 40 hectares burnt, exceptional resources deployed

    A forest fire has broken out in Rochefort-du-Gard following a lorry fire on the A9. 40 hectares have already been affected, and exceptional resources are being deployed.

  • Red alert for forest fires: six departments in the south on high alert

    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.

  • Southern France on red alert: six departments face a very high risk of wildfires

    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.

  • Mandagout (30)

    Mandagout (30)

    A fire has been reported in the town of Mandagout (30). For your safety, please avoid the area and ensure that the emergency services can gain access.

  • Aigues-Vives (30)

    Aigues-Vives (30)

    A fire is currently burning in the town of Aigues-Vives, in the Gard department (30). 🚒 The fire brigade is on the scene. ⚠️ For your safety, please avoid the area. UPDATE…

  • Rousson (30)

    Rousson (30)

    A fire has been reported in the town of Rousson (30). For your safety, please avoid the area and ensure that the emergency services have unhindered access. UPDATE: 5.30 pm -…

  • La Capelle-et-Masmolene (30)

    La Capelle-et-Masmolene (30)

    A fire is currently burning in the commune of La Capelle-et-Masmolene, in the Gard department (30). The fire brigade is on its way. ⚠️ For your safety, please avoid the area. UPDATE TO FOLLOW…

  • Saint-Julien-de-Peyrolas (30)

    Saint-Julien-de-Peyrolas (30)

    A fire has been reported in the town of Saint-Julien-de-Peyrolas (30). For your safety, please avoid the area and ensure that the emergency services can gain access.

  • Beaucaire (30)

    Beaucaire (30)

    A fire has been burning since 3.20 pm in the commune of La Beaucaire, in the Gard department (30). 🚒 The fire service, along with departmental and security aerial resources…

  • Gagnières (30)

    Gagnières (30)

    A fire is currently burning in the commune of Gagnières, in the Gard department (30). 🚒 The Gard fire service has been alerted ⚠️ For your safety, please avoid the area