. The government has warned of a "very tough" summer ahead, citing accumulated combustible material from winter storms as a primary risk factor. 🗺️ Live Fire & Risk Maps For real-time data, you should consult official national and European monitoring tools: IPMA Rural Fire Danger Map : The Portuguese Institute of Sea and Atmosphere provides a 10-day forecast of fire risk levels (from "Low" to "Maximum") across all municipalities. EFFIS Current Situation : The European Forest Fire Information System tracks active fires and burned areas using satellite data from Copernicus. Fogos.pt : A popular volunteer-led platform that visualizes real-time data from the National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority (ANEPC). 🔥 Current Situation (April 2026) As of early April, wildfire activity remains at normal levels for the season, with roughly 73 high-confidence alerts reported since January. However, officials are taking proactive steps: Combustible Material
: You can enable the "Wildfires" layer in the Google Maps app to see general incident boundaries, though these may not be as precise as local official sources. High-Risk Regions and Historical Trends wildfires in portugal map
Portugal typically experiences its "Critical Fire Season" from . The combination of high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds creates ideal conditions for rapid fire spread. EFFIS Current Situation : The European Forest Fire