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Préfecture du Var
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Forest fires in Var: heightened vigilance for civil security
The 2026 Forest Fire campaign was launched in La Crau, Var. Authorities are strengthening surveillance and firefighting tools.
The Feux de forêt 2026 campaign was launched in La Crau by the authorities of Var to anticipate fire risks.

In Toulon, tribute ceremony at the Monument aux Morts
On May 27, Toulon celebrated National Resistance Day. The ceremony took place at Place Gabriel Péri.
On May 27, Toulon commemorated the Journée nationale de la Résistance during an official ceremony at place Gabriel Péri.

Joseph Merrien takes office amid falling crime rates
Chief Commissioner Joseph Merrien took office in Toulon on April 29. His appointment comes amid falling crime rates in Var.
Commissioner General Joseph Merrien has been installed in Toulon amid strong security results for the start of 2026.

Var commemorates the victims and heroes of the deportation
On April 26, the Var department commemorated the victims of deportation. A ceremony took place at the Toulon Memorial.
On April 26, the ceremony for the National Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Deportation was held in many municipalities of Var.
Guaranteeing remunerative outlets for farmers
Var launches an agricultural survey for collective catering. Local producers are invited to participate.
Farmers in Var are invited to share their views on current production and prospects for gaining food sovereignty.

The Prefect of Var intensifies the economic war against drug trafficking
The Var prefect presented the 2025 crime report. Drug-related offenses dropped by 5.4% in the department.
While drug-related crime is exploding nationally, Var shows a significant 5.4% drop in offenses in 2025.
5 major challenges for the territory and the sector
The first monitoring committee for the 'Maritime - Defense' sector met in Var. It aims to boost the local naval and military industry.
To address these issues, the 1st 'Maritime - Défense' monitoring committee in Var met on February 2 at the préfecture du Var.

Cavalière, seven months after the flood, has returned to normal life
On May 20, 2025, this neighborhood of the municipality suffered a deadly disaster of major proportions.

France, Italie and the Principauté de Monaco collaborate in the fight against pollution...
An anti-pollution exercise brought together France, Italy, and Monaco off Saint-Tropez. The simulation tested response readiness against an oil spill.
For two days, the préfecture maritime de la Méditerranée, interfacing with the état-major interministériel de zone de défense et de sécurité Sud, the...

François de Canson: 'The Harkis deserve that France honors their memory'
On September 25, La Londe honored the Harkis. Mayor François de Canson recalled their sacrifice for France.
On September 25, the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville was filled with emotion.

Salvador Nunez: 'My credo: adapt, think a lot, and anticipate'!
Engineer Salvador Nunez completed the A57 widening project in Toulon. He was honored by the City and the Var prefecture.
Much more than the director of a major project, Salvador Nunez was a partner to the local authorities crossed by the widening project of...

Security and proximity at the heart of municipal policy
The municipality is strengthening its municipal police and refusing to disarm officers. Operating hours are extended to 3 a.m. year-round.
The Ville is strengthening security and defending its municipal police. This summer, it increased vigilance and activated the 'Vacances tranquilles' system.

A very positive quantitative and qualitative assessment
The integration results for the A57 roadworks were presented in Toulon. With 152,509 hours completed, the initial targets were vastly exceeded.
On July 9, the final 'employment and integration' steering committee met at the prefecture of Toulon.

A successful road safety prevention event
The MSR of Var organized a road safety village at Avenue 83 on July 11-12. The event aimed to raise public awareness before summer travel.
On July 11 and 12, the Maison de la Sécurité Routière du Var (MSR) set up on the main square of Avenue 83 for awareness-raising initiatives.

A particularly successful large-scale construction project
The A57 highway near Toulon has been widened to 2x3 lanes. This 300 million euro project was funded by VINCI Autoroutes.
Since June 6, a new era has begun for mobility in the Métropole.

Simon Babre: 'I fundamentally believe in a close State'
Var Prefect Simon Babre paid tribute to severe weather victims. He emphasizes a local government focused on risk prevention.
In light of recent bad weather in Var, and given his personal history with Var, the préfet spared a thought for...

Commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Victory of 8 May 1945
The Préfet du Var presided in Toulon over the ceremony for the 80th anniversary of the Victory of 8 May 1945, with civil and military authorities.

A home service for ID cards
The municipality offers a home service for identity card applications. It targets residents who are unable to travel.
The Municipality now offers a mobile collection service for ID card applications at home, strictly intended for residents who…