Fire Risk Prevention Measures

Updated on 03/08/2026

Due to the increased risk of forest and natural area fires, linked to the current drought alert in force in the department, the Prefect of the Somme has issued an order restricting the use of fire and any activity likely to cause a fire, from 03/08/2026 to 05/08/2026.

Prohibited activities:

#### Use of fire within 200 meters of sensitive areas

The use of fire and all open-air burning are prohibited within 200 meters of:

* woods and forests,

* wastelands,

* protected natural areas.

#### Agricultural and maintenance practices

* burning of standing vegetation, except for controlled tactical fires,

* stubble burning,

* burning of green waste,

* Burning of agricultural waste.

#### Leisure and domestic uses

* Campfires,

* Decorative fires,

* Unprepared cooking fires.

#### Pyrotechnic activities

* Use of fireworks,

* Organization of pyrotechnic displays.

#### Other dangerous sources of ignition

* Lighting or transporting any type of fire,

* Using a barbecue,

* Using equipment producing flames,

* Smoking, except in designated, marked, and authorized areas.

Why these measures?

Intense heat and dryness of soils and vegetation greatly increase the risk of fire starting and spreading rapidly. The smallest spark may be enough to trigger a fire that is difficult to control. These restrictions aim to protect the residents, property, and natural areas of the department.

Our recommendations

* Strictly observe these prohibitions, even for small fires that may seem harmless.

* Report any fire outbreak or risky behavior immediately by calling 18 or 112.