The Gobierno de Canarias declared a forest fire alert for Gran Canaria and Tenerife on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, according to the regional government. The measure responds to heightened fire danger across both islands.
The alert coincides with a new spell of high temperatures in the archipelago, which the government cites as the reason for the elevated risk. Authorities have not said how long the alert will remain in place.
Alongside the declaration, restrictions on fire-related activity are in force in Tenerife. According to Radio Televisión Canaria, lighting fires, burning plant or other debris, and using pyrotechnics are prohibited on the island while the alert is active.
The Canary Islands are entering another hot episode, and reporting by Cadena SER indicates the fire risk is expected to intensify on Thursday and Friday. ABC also reported that the islands are facing this new heat event with the forest fire alert now activated.
The restrictions and the alert level apply as the heat persists, and conditions can shift quickly during such episodes. Residents and visitors on Gran Canaria and Tenerife should follow guidance from the regional government and local authorities.
What to watch next: whether the Gobierno de Canarias extends, upgrades, or lifts the alert as the heat episode evolves later this week.
