Fire ban canton of Vaud – current situation
The canton of Vaud is divided into 3 warning regions; forest-fire danger and fire bans can differ per region. Each region below shows its current tier – the link leads to the detail page with map, activities and sources.
- Forest-fire danger: 3/5
- Measure level: 3/5
Cantonal notices
- Ban on open-air and forest fires lifted across the canton of Vaud (27.08.2026) — fireworks, grills and barbecues allowed again; in forests and within 10 m of the forest edge fires only at official fireplaces (forest law); great caution still required Source
Warning regions
- Jura - Côte (VD): Forest-fire danger 3/5, Measure level 3/5 – Conditional ban on fires
- Plateau vaudois (VD): Forest-fire danger 3/5, Measure level 3/5 – Conditional ban on fires
- Vaudoises Alps (VD): Forest-fire danger 3/5, Measure level 3/5 – Conditional ban on fires
Updated: 10.09.2026 06:58 · Federal (FOEN)
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