Live satellite hotspots · source: NASA FIRMS
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The Balearic Islands combine dense pine forest with very dry summers and a lot of housing built directly within woodland, a risky mix for wildfire. On Mallorca, the greatest concentration of risk lies in the Serra de Tramuntana, the steep mountain range along the north-west coast, where fires develop on terraced slopes and in ravines that are hard for crews to reach. Ibiza and Menorca tend to see smaller fires in coastal pine woods right next to holiday accommodation.
This map plots every heat detection across the Balearics using satellite data. Search for the town where you are staying and switch on alerts, so you are notified whenever a hotspot appears within the distance you set, which is especially useful if you are renting a villa tucked into hillside pine forest rather than a coastal resort.
Hotspots come from the VIIRS instruments on NASA FIRMS satellites (NOAA-20, NOAA-21 and Suomi NPP) and are cross-checked against Copernicus EFFIS. A hotspot is a heat detection, not a confirmed fire: industrial sites, solar farms and permanent burners are filtered out automatically.
Serra de Tramuntana
From Andratx and Estellencs through Sóller to Pollença, steep slopes covered in pine and holm oak are crossed by roads that are closed quickly when fire breaks out. Mallorca's largest historical fires have occurred in this range.
Artà, Llevant and the interior
The eastern part of the island around Artà and Capdepera is drier than the Tramuntana and covered in dense Mediterranean scrub. Agricultural burning of cleared land is a recurring cause of fires here.
Ibiza, Formentera and Menorca
Coastal pine forest sits directly beside villas, campsites and tourist roads. Fires are usually small but can threaten buildings quickly; Menorca's Albufera des Grau nature reserve is a protected area at particular risk.
Is there a wildfire on Mallorca or Ibiza right now?
This map shows every hotspot NASA FIRMS detected over the Balearics in the past 18 hours. Tap Live refresh to pull in the newest satellite pass immediately.
When is fire risk highest in the Balearics?
The official fire season (època de perill) runs from 1 May to 15 October, with the highest alert levels typically declared in July and August during sustained heat or southerly winds.
Are barbecues and campfires allowed during the fire season?
No open fires, no barbecues outside approved areas, no burning of stubble or garden waste, and no fireworks in or near woodland. At the highest alert level, forest paths and picnic areas close completely.
What should I do if a fire is near my accommodation?
Call 112, stay indoors with windows closed until firefighters or Guardia Civil say otherwise, and never drive up a mountain road towards smoke. Roads in the Tramuntana often have only one or two ways out.
What is the emergency number in Spain?
Dial 112 for any emergency across Spain, including the Balearics, or 062 to reach the Guardia Civil directly. Operators can generally assist in English as well as Spanish.
How does this map relate to the full Spain map?
This page zooms into the Balearics using the same NASA FIRMS satellite feed as our main Spain map. Use the region links to check the Costa Blanca, the Canary Islands or the whole country.
How do I see if a wildfire is close to my campsite or holiday address in Mallorca and the Balearics?
Use the location finder on this map: type your destination, village or campsite name, or tap "Use my location". The map instantly shows the distance in kilometres to the nearest active hotspot, and you can switch on alerts for fires within 5 to 100 km. Every search gets its own link, so you can share the situation around your own address with family or fellow travellers.