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Forest fire risk in Alpes-Maritimes
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Published on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 2:13 AM
# Forest Fire Risk in Alpes-Maritimes Updated on 08/06/2026 During the "forest fires" season, the prefecture of Alpes-Maritimes informs you about the **intensity of the fire risk**. This risk level is calculated each evening for the following day. **<https://www.risque-prevention-incendie.fr/alpes-maritimes/index.html>** This map is intended to inform: * individuals planning outdoor activities (hiking, mountain biking, climbing, water sports, leisure)
Forest Fire Risk in Alpes-Maritimes
Updated on 08/06/2026
During the "forest fires" season, the prefecture of Alpes-Maritimes informs you about the intensity of the fire risk. This risk level is calculated every evening for the following day.
<https://www.risque-prevention-incendie.fr/alpes-maritimes/index.html>
This map is intended to inform:
* individuals planning outdoor activities (hiking, mountain biking, climbing, water sports, motorized leisure activities, etc.);
* contractors and municipal service personnel planning outdoor work (mowing, asphalt paving, grinding, welding, grinding, etc.).
Let's stay vigilant: from 1 July to 30 September, prefectural order prohibits smoking and making fires in natural environments. Only the use of barbecues, stoves, and camping gas appliances is permitted, provided they are located less than 5 meters from a cleared, built-up structure equipped with water and electricity.
More information on the website: [https://www.prevention-incendie-foret.com](https://www.prevention-incendie-foret.com "https://www.prevention-incendie-foret.com") .
Let's have the right reflexes to prevent wildfires
9 out of 10 forest fires are of human origin and could be avoided by adopting the right reflexes:
* Are you a smoker? The right reflex is to dispose of your cigarette butts in an ashtray. Smoking is prohibited in forests.
* Are you organizing a barbecue? The right reflex is to do so at home or in a designated area, such as a terrace, away from grass and scrub that could catch fire.
* Are you doing outdoor DIY work? The right reflex is to work away from sensitive areas, protect them from sparks, and keep a fire extinguisher within reach. Also remember to maintain and clear your garden throughout the year.
* Do you store wood or gas bottles at home? The right precaution is to keep them away from your home and store them in a closed shed.
In case of fire, I call 18, 112, or 114 (for deaf or hard of hearing people), and I stay safe inside a building.
More information: www.feux-foret.gouv.fr
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