What is happening now: IPMA heat warnings, trail closures and our latest reports, refreshed every ten minutes, followed by everything we have written about fires on the island. The fires of August 2016 reached Funchal; the August 2024 fire burned for eleven days from Serra de Água across the central mountains.
Live status at 21:43 Madeira time. Refreshes every 10 minutes.
IPMA publishes no fire-danger index for Madeira. A heat warning is the closest official signal of fire risk; Proteção Civil issues the actual fire alerts.
5 trails closed, 3 with restrictions
IFCN closes trails during fires and after storms. The list is mirrored from the official notice to walkers.
Official sources: Proteção Civil Madeira · IPMA warnings · IFCN notice to walkers
In an emergency call 112. It works from any phone on Madeira, in any language.
Célia Pessegueiro, leader of PS-Madeira, criticizes the regional government's sporadic measures against wildfires, urging a continuous and integrated prevention strategy.
Emergency services in Madeira are tackling multiple incidents, including a tourist rescue in Curral das Freiras and a wildfire in Câmara de Lobos. These events showcase the resilience and coordination of local firefighters in ensuring safety.
The PS-Madeira urges President Miguel Albuquerque to adopt a shepherding proposal for effective wildfire prevention, highlighting previous governmental inconsistencies.
Santa Cruz, Madeira, is investing approximately €164,000 to reduce fire risks through strategic fuel load reduction and watercourse clearing.
A brush fire in Gaula, Madeira, was swiftly controlled by local firefighters, preventing potential damage to nearby areas.
The JSD Ribeira Brava organized a community session focused on safety and prevention, highlighting the vital role of local firefighters.
The political party Chega has raised concerns about the use of municipal firefighters to water public gardens in Machico due to faulty irrigation systems. This issue has sparked debate about resource allocation and public safety priorities.
Francisco Gomes, a Madeira deputy for the Chega party, has brought to light allegations of pressure and intimidation within firefighter units across Madeira and the mainland.
Political party CHEGA urges Funchal City Council to address the fire hazard posed by dense eucalyptus growth in São Roque, as the community faces significant risk.
In a significant move, Madeira's Civil Protection has announced the recruitment of 42 new specialist firefighters, enhancing emergency pre-hospital and communication services across the region.
A series of emergencies, including a car overturn in Santa Cruz, a fire in Funchal, and an assault, have engaged local firefighters in Madeira. These incidents highlight the ongoing challenges faced by emergency services on the island.
A series of incidents, including fires and an assault, kept the Funchal emergency services busy. Fires were reported at two locations, while a separate incident involved an assault on a man in the city center.
On August 5, 2026, Madeira faced multiple emergencies, including wildfires near homes and the airport, and a workplace accident. Local fire brigades responded promptly to these incidents.
Madeira witnessed two separate fires and a workplace accident on August 5, 2026. Local fire departments swiftly responded to these incidents, ensuring safety and minimizing damage.
The Institute for Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) has issued a high fire risk alert for the mountainous regions of Madeira due to extreme heat conditions. Residents and tourists are urged to exercise caution.
The Madeira Regional Civil Protection Service has issued a warning about high temperatures and increased risk of fires during the Madeira Rally 2026. Residents and tourists are advised to take precautions.
JPP accuses Quinta Vigia of complicity in the delay of the second aerial firefighting unit, crucial for Madeira's wildfire management.
The Juntos Pelo Povo party criticizes Quinta Vigia for delaying the arrival of a second firefighting helicopter in Madeira, originally promised for July 2025.
Mainland Portugal is under a high fire risk alert as almost all districts face extreme or very high danger due to soaring temperatures, raising concerns for residents and tourists alike.
Firefighters from multiple brigades are actively battling wildfires in Madeira Island, with blazes reported in Ribeira Brava and Ponta do Sol. Strong winds and difficult terrain complicate their efforts.
Firefighters across Madeira are battling multiple wildfires, including significant incidents in Ribeira Brava and Ponta do Sol, as well as a separate accident in São Vicente. The community rallies to support these critical operations.
The National Civil Protection Union (SNPC) expresses deep indignation over the suspension of night services for Machico's municipal firefighters, citing safety concerns.
Madeira's firefighters were kept on their toes with multiple incidents including a man trapped in Nazaré Forest, a fire near São Tiago beach, and a crumbling wall at Levada do Bom Sucesso.
In recent days, Madeira's firefighters have been busy addressing various emergencies, from a man trapped in a local park to a fire by the sea and a crumbling wall along a popular hiking route.
Recent incidents in Madeira highlight the responsiveness of local emergency services, including a rescue operation in Mata da Nazaré, a fire near São Tiago beach, and infrastructure concerns at Levada do Bom Sucesso.
CDS-PP Machico has voiced concerns over a nighttime reduction in the operational capacity of the Machico Municipal Fire Brigade, effective August 1st, due to a court ruling.
Over a hundred municipalities in northern and central Portugal are at maximum fire risk today, with additional areas under high alert, according to IPMA.
In a proactive move, Madeira has strengthened its fire prevention strategy by deploying two military teams to enhance forest fire surveillance and prevention.
In the early hours of July 6, 2026, Funchal's fire services were called to two separate incidents: an urban fire and a forest fire. A tourist also injured herself at Pico do Areeiro.
Madeira experienced a tumultuous night with multiple incidents involving local fire services responding to fires and a tourist accident. These events highlight local emergency responses and safety issues.