# Wildfires in Italy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wildfires-in-italy > Updated: 2026-08-16T22:20:32.000Z. Sources: 80. Developments: 8. In late July 2026, Italy faced a series of mountain wildfires. On July 21, a fire ignited on Monte Cacamello near Bolognola; firefighters deployed ground crews, a Canadair water‑dropping aircraft, and a helicopter to battle advancing fronts. On July 30–31, separate fires erupted in the Verbicaro and Valsesia regions, where high temperatures and drought heightened the risk of spread. In Verbicaro, a fire burned vegetation and vineyards before being brought under control, while in Valsesia, authorities warned of rapid spread and issued regional fire prevention orders. In early August, a lightning-induced blaze on Monte della Piastra near Valdieri in Piedmont burned at least 40 hectares and threatened the frazione of San Lorenzo. By August 7, the fire had burned for eight days, with Mayor Guido Giordana noting that high temperatures hindered containment. Authorities utilized Eurodrone Flight Systems to monitor hotspots between 200°C and 400°C, and the evacuation of the Desertetto hamlet remained in effect. The emergency officially concluded on August 9, following rainfall. On August 12, a new forest fire affected Monte Barone in the Biella region. On August 13, a major wildfire broke out on Monte Goi in the Spina Verde regional park near Como. Fueled by strong winds, the fire sent large columns of ash and smoke toward the city center, forcing the evacuation of approximately 50 to 55 residents. While the fire was brought under control, small outbreaks regained strength on August 14. Local officials noted that unremoved timber from a 2023 storm may have contributed to the risk, and political representatives have called for strategic forest management plans. By August 16, wildfires intensified in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region. Flames advanced toward Monte Amarianute, forcing the evacuation of the Pissebus area near Tolmezzo. ## Claims - An intense wildfire broke out on Monte Goi near Como on August 13, 2026. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Two Canadair aircraft and regional helicopters were deployed for aerial firefighting. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Approximately 50 people were evacuated due to smoke and poor air quality. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Over 100 firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The fire was brought under control but required continuous monitoring. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Strategic roads, including via Oltrecolle, were closed due to the incident. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Small outbreaks of the Monte Goi fire regained strength during the evening of August 14, 2026. (single source) - Canadair aircraft completed their firefighting operations during the afternoon. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: Monte Goj wildfire sparks calls for emergency forest management in Como Wildfires have severely impacted Monte Goj near Como, Italy, prompting calls for better forest management and risk mitigation following the destruction of significant woodland areas. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/monte-goj-wildfire-sparks-calls-for-emergency-forest-management-in-como ### 2026-08-14: Wildfire smoke from Como and Piedmont affects Varese Wildfire smoke from Como and Piedmont has spread across the Varese province, prompting over 150 emergency calls and an appeal from firefighters for citizens to report only specific, localized smoke. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wildfire-smoke-from-como-and-piedmont-affects-varese ### 2026-08-14: Monte Goi wildfire forces evacuations near Como A wildfire on Monte Goi near Como, Italy, forced the evacuation of 50 people on August 13, 2026. Emergency crews used Canadair aircraft and helicopters to contain the blaze, which remains under monitoring. 64 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/monte-goi-wildfire-triggers-massive-emergency-response-near-como ### 2026-08-09: Valdieri declares end of Monte Piastra wildfire emergency The wildfire emergency in Valdieri, Italy, has ended after nine days. Rainfall and aerial interventions contained the blaze on Monte Piastra, which destroyed 120 hectares of land. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valdieri-declares-end-of-monte-piastra-wildfire-emergency ### 2026-08-07: Valdieri wildfire enters eighth day with Desertetto hamlet still evacuated A wildfire on Monte Piastra in Valdieri, Italy, has burned for eight days, leaving the Desertetto hamlet evacuated and provincial roads closed as emergency crews battle high temperatures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valdieri-wildfire-enters-eighth-day-with-desertetto-hamlet-still-evacuated ### 2026-08-02: Valdieri forest fire in Italy persists as Canadair aircraft fight flames A lightning‑started forest fire on Monte della Piastra near Valdieri, Italy, has burned 40 ha, threatens San Lorenzo, and is being tackled by fire crews, volunteers and Canadair aircraft, with road closures and 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valdieri-forest-fire-in-italy-persists-as-canadair-aircraft-fight-flames ### 2026-07-31: Italy battles mountain wildfires in Verbicaro and Valsesia Italy's Verbicaro and Valsesia regions face mountain wildfires; Canadair planes, local officials report damage and ongoing fire‑prevention measures. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-battles-mountain-wildfires-in-verbicaro-and-valsesia ### 2026-07-21: Forest fire spreads on Monte Cacamillo near Bolognola, Italy A lightning‑triggered forest fire on Monte Cacamillo near Bolognola, Italy, is being fought with ground crews, a Canadair aircraft and a helicopter, spreading on two fronts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/forest-fire-spreads-on-monte-cacamillo-near-bolognola-italy --- Cite as: Wildfires in Italy. 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