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2025 Tally: Fewer Wildfires — Cause for Concern or Complacency?

Why Human Behaviour Matters in Mallorca’s Wildfire Risk

Most recorded fires in Mallorca are linked to human activity. That makes prevention a shared responsibility for locals and visitors.

Published: April 22, 2026
2025 Tally: Fewer Wildfires — Cause for Concern or Complacency?

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Why do so many wildfires in Mallorca start from human activity?

The 2025 figures show that nearly all recorded fires in the Balearics were caused by human activity rather than natural events. That includes careless behaviour, accidental sparks and, in some cases, arson. It means wildfire prevention in Mallorca depends not only on authorities, but also on residents and visitors.

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