Incident Details
As of August 7, wildfires on the Italian island of Sardinia have left four injured, and forced over 600 evacuations. Emergency crews are still working to contain more than forty-two fires burning throughout the island, and further evacuations are expected. High temperatures associated with the ongoing heat wave may make additional fires more likely.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to monitor local government and media outlets for updates and evacuation orders. Do not attempt to enter or travel through affected areas.