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
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…
Montauroux (83)
A fire has been burning since 1.45 pm in the commune of Montauroux, in the Var department (83). Firefighters are on their way to the scene, assisted by two departmental high-altitude firefighting units (HBE).…
Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer (83)
A bushfire is currently burning in the commune of Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, in the Var department. Emergency services are on the scene, along with two water-bombing helicopters. UPDATE 1.30 pm…
Hyères-les-Palmiers (83)
A fire is currently burning in the town of Hyères in the Var department. 🚒 Emergency services are on the scene ⚠️ For your safety, please avoid the area. UPDATE 7.00 pm:…
Puget-Ville (83)
A fire has been burning since 2.30 pm on the central reservation of the A57 motorway in the town of Puget-Ville, in the Var department. The fire brigade has been alerted.…
Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer (83)
A fire has been reported in the town of Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer (83). For your safety, please avoid the area and ensure that the emergency services have unhindered access. UPDATE: 9.30 pm:…
Brignoles (83)
A fire has been reported in the town of Brignoles (83) alongside the A8 motorway. ⚠️ For your safety, please avoid the area and allow emergency services clear access. UPDATE TO FOLLOW…
Fréjus (83)
A bushfire has been burning since 4.00 pm near the A8 motorway in the town of Fréjus, in the Var department. Emergency services are on the scene. ⚠️ For your…
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