Severe Fire Risk Alert in Gard Department for August 3, 2025
Gard department issued a severe fire risk warning for August 3, 2025, with specific high-risk zones identified.
- • Gard department under very severe fire risk, classified as RED.
- • Access prohibited in specific zones: Costières - Petite Camargue, Garrigues, and Gard Rhodanien.
- • Public advised to consult daily fire risk map for ongoing updates.
- • Precautionary measures aimed at preventing wildfire outbreaks.
Key details
On August 3, 2025, the Gard department in France will face an extremely severe fire risk, categorized as RED, due to extreme weather conditions. Local authorities have identified three high-risk zones: Costières - Petite Camargue, Garrigues, and Gard Rhodanien. As a preventive measure, access, circulation, and human presence will be prohibited in these areas, particularly within forests and scrublands, to avert potential wildfires. Authorities strongly urge the public to stay informed by regularly consulting the updated daily fire risk map available online, emphasizing the importance of personal safety during these hazardous conditions. This alert reflects ongoing efforts by local governments to manage wildfire risks effectively.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
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