The General Directorate of Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands has emphasized the importance of early detection, resource coordination, and continuous prevention following the closure of the high-risk period for forest fires. The season's balance, which ended on October 15, shows a total of 44 incidents, compared to 41 in the same period of 2025.
Of the 44 incidents, 88.6% (39) were near-fires, while the remaining 11.4% (five) were classified as forest fires. By island, Gran Canaria recorded 20 incidents (16 near-fires and four fires), and Tenerife registered 19 (18 near-fires and one fire). La Palma had three near-fires, and El Hierro and La Gomera each had one.
The Vice-Minister of Emergencies and Water, Marcos Lorenzo, highlighted the coordinated work of the island councils, firefighting services, 112 Canarias, and citizen collaboration. "Early detection and coordination among all services involved in an emergency are fundamental for a rapid and effective response to any forest fire. Citizen collaboration is also essential to alert as soon as possible about any smoke column or sign of fire," stated Lorenzo.
Lorenzo also stressed the need for specific surveillance in areas with high risk exposure and to reinforce continuous prevention, as meteorological and terrain conditions can favor the appearance of fire outside the summer months. "It is important not to let our guard down, to exercise extreme caution, and to adapt surveillance to the conditions at all times," he added.
CECOES reminds the public of the importance of calling 112 upon detecting smoke or any other sign of a forest fire, without approaching the source or endangering personal safety.
