Wildfire danger in Kanton Tessin – level 3/5
Unchanged since the first report
Summary
Kanton Tessin currently faces a wildfire danger rated level 3 of 5. Dry conditions are increasing the risk of surface fires in the region.
What hazard threatens
A wildfire could spread quickly, threatening residential areas and air quality through smoke and fine particles; evacuations remain possible should conditions worsen.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Biasca, 278 m a.s.l. — reference station for the canton
34 mm
Considerable danger
37.8 °C
62 km/h
11 km/h
Day of warning and following days
- Tue 04.08. 38° 21° measured Tropical night (from 20 °C)
- Wed 05.08. 30° 14°
- Thu 06.08. 29° 16°
As of: Values as at the time of the warning; they are not updated afterwards.
Source: MeteoSwiss
Forecast: MET Norway, licence CC BY 4.0
Danger level — Source: FOEN
Context & protective measures
Background: forest and surface fires occur in Switzerland mainly during dry summers and in Ticino. The main danger to the population is not only the flames but the smoke and fine particles that irritate the airways and severely reduce visibility. The FOEN rates the danger by region on a five-level scale; at high levels, fire bans often apply.
Recommendation
The likelihood of occurrence is low but the potential impact is medium. Learn about protective measures in advance and prepare using the relevant guide.
What to do now
Strictly observe any fire bans in place, avoid lighting open fires outdoors, close windows and ventilation if smoke appears, and be ready to follow authorities' instructions immediately.
Risk matrix
Affected area
The warning applies to the entire canton.