A wildfire swept through a campsite in the Var department of southern France on July 11, 2026, destroying several mobile homes and forcing the evacuation of hundreds of tourists. The fire, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, started near the town of Gonfaron and quickly spread to the camping area.
According to local authorities, no casualties were reported, but at least 20 mobile homes were completely destroyed. Emergency services evacuated approximately 300 people from the site, with many seeking shelter in nearby community centers. Firefighters from multiple departments battled the blaze, which was brought under control by the evening.
Tourists returning to the campsite on July 12 described scenes of devastation. 'We lost everything,' said one vacationer from Lyon, whose mobile home was reduced to ashes. 'We came back to find only charred remains.' Local officials have set up a support center for affected families and are assessing the damage.
The fire is one of several that have hit the Mediterranean region this summer, with climate experts warning of increased wildfire risk due to drought and heatwaves. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
