The regional government Department of security and emergencies has declared a forest fire alert level for the islands of El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife and Gran Canaria

   Prevention

• it’s likely that local authorities will have banned fires during these times and there is also a prohibition on burning rubbish, having barbecues in certain areas, etc.
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• If there are strong winds and high temperatures don’t light any outdoor fires/bbqs, either in your gardens or private plots of land
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• Be very careful with cigarette ends and matches. Also don’t discard rubbish, paper of broken glass, where it would be in danger of provoking fire. 
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• In forest zones don’t use machinery like chainsaws, mowers, etc.
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• During high-risk times if you are walking in the mountains know your paths, alternative routes, etc., and stay in sight of the road/zones of visibility.  Stick to the approved paths. 
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• Only camp in zones that are approved for this activity, avoiding any danger that in the case of fire you make be trapped. 

•   If you see a fire, call 1-1-2.
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•   Observe the direction of the fire and get out quickly
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•   If the source is small, and you can, put it out quickly, beating it, or using earth and water
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•    If you can’t put it out, your route should be downwards, not up, and away from the direction of the wind
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•  Stay calm, don’t rush, keep your eyes on the path/road.
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•  Try to go to zones with no vegetation, avoid moving towards ravines or hollows. 
•   Be aware of the wind direction and posible changes.
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•   If there is smoke cover your mouth and nose with a damp cloth, drink lots of liquid
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•   Do not attempt to cross the path of a fire or smoke either on foot on in a car, lack of visibility can cause accidents.
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•   Avoid making calls (apart from 112) to keep the lines free
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