As of August 3, 2026, firefighters in southern France have stabilized the situation in the Var and Gironde departments, where wildfires have been burning since late July. The new fire that started on Friday south of the main blaze near the Gros Bessillon massif has been contained, according to local authorities.
In the Var, the fire has burned through approximately 1,200 hectares of vegetation. Over 1,000 firefighters remain deployed to monitor hotspots and prevent any flare-ups. In Gironde, a separate fire that started on July 30 has also been stabilized, with no new evacuations reported.
Meteorological conditions remain favorable, with cooler temperatures and higher humidity expected over the next 48 hours. However, authorities warn that the risk of new fires remains high due to ongoing drought conditions.
No injuries have been reported, and all evacuation orders have been lifted. The prefectures of both departments have lifted restrictions on access to forest areas, but urge caution.
