Tenerife imposes emergency wildfire bans on tourist activities

The Cabildo de Tenerife (Island Council) announced emergency wildfire restrictions that took effect at 08:00 GMT on 30 July 2026. The measures respond to a heat wave with temperatures forecast to reach 36 °C and the presence of Saharan dust (calima), which together raise the risk of forest fires.

Across the island, two risk zones were defined. In the northern slopes and North Anaga, activities such as lighting barbecues or bonfires, using portable gas stoves, burning agricultural or forestry waste, smoking in forested areas, operating spark‑producing machinery (e.g., brush cutters, welding equipment) and setting off fireworks are prohibited. In the southern slopes and South Anaga, the same bans apply with additional restrictions, and several campsites, forest tracks and organized events have been suspended. Visitors, especially British tourists, are urged to consult the latest guidance before planning picnics, mountain walks or drives in the affected areas.