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Drought: extension of the crisis situation across the entire Vosges department
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Published on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 1:51 AM
# Drought: extension of the crisis situation across the entire Vosges department Updated on 30/09/2026 Since 17 July 2026, the entire Vosges department has been placed at **drought crisis level**. In view of the hydrological situation, which remains severely degraded, and the increasing difficulties faced by certain communities in ensuring drinking water supply, the Prefect of Vosges has decided to extend water use restriction measures.
Drought: extension of the crisis situation across the entire Vosges department
Updated on 30/09/2026
Since 17 July 2026, the entire Vosges department has been placed at drought crisis level. In view of the hydrological situation, which remains severely degraded, and the increasing difficulties faced by certain communities in ensuring access to drinking water, the Prefect of Vosges has decided to extend drought crisis-level restrictions on water use across the entire department.
As meteorological forecasts do not indicate any short-term improvement, this decision primarily aims to preserve available resources and ensure the best possible and sustainable supply of drinking water to populations.
About 15 municipalities, representing approximately 8,400 inhabitants, continue to experience significant pressure on their drinking water resources. Nearly 80 municipalities supplying drinking water to around 30% of the population in the Vosges remain under vigilance due to a risk of quantitative strain on their water resources.
In this context, non-priority water uses must continue to be restricted. The prefect calls on all usersâindividuals, local authorities, businesses, and agricultural operatorsâto maintain their efforts and comply with existing restrictions.
These measures are now applicable until at least 31 October 2026, but may be eased or lifted before this deadline if the situation allows.
Water is a common good. Preserving it is a collective responsibility. Water savings achieved today contribute to safeguarding resources and ensuring essential needs for tomorrow.
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Moderate fire risk in the Vosges from August 18 to August 20, 2026
The fire risk remains moderate throughout the Vosges department from Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 August 2026. Drought persists despite light rainfall. Observe preventive measures to avoid fires.
Forest fire prevention in the Vosges
Nine out of ten forest fires are of human origin. The Prefect of the Vosges reminds people of simple actions to prevent fires and the rules to follow, including the ban on lighting fires within 200 m of woods. In case of fire, call 18 or 112 immediately.
Forest fire prevention in the Vosges
Nine out of ten fires in the Vosges are of human origin. In case of fire, call 18 or 112, state your location precisely, and move away from the area to facilitate intervention.
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