08/17/2026
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François de Canson: "The Hyères pelicandrome has proven its effectiveness"
HyèresEnvironment

François de Canson: "The Hyères pelicandrome has proven its effectiveness"

François de Canson presented the progress report for the « Guerre du Feu » plan in Hyères. The new pélicandrome demonstrated its effectiveness during a recent fire.

François de Canson assessed the "Guerre du Feu" plan and praised the effectiveness of the new Hyères pelicandrome.

The Editorial Team
Elected officials and experts on the ground for an efficient public service
Bormes-les-MimosasEnvironment

Elected officials and experts on the ground for an efficient public service

Local officials and Veolia inspected the wastewater treatment plant in Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou. This audit evaluated sewage treatment performance.

Elected officials and Veolia inspected the Bormes-Le Lavandou wastewater treatment plant to assess its performance.

The Editorial Team
Pierre-de-Ronsard school: a class wins the Écopousse contest
Environment

Pierre-de-Ronsard school: a class wins the Écopousse contest

The CP-CE1 class at école Pierre-de-Ronsard won the Écopousse contest on June 9. Students created an artwork made of recycled materials.

The CP-CE1 class from Pierre-de-Ronsard school has won the Écopousse competition for their artwork on ecology.

The Editorial Team
80 school children immersed in the maritime economy
ToulonEnvironment

80 school children immersed in the maritime economy

On June 25, 80 students in Toulon took part in the "Rade Bleue" educational event. They learned about maritime jobs and marine ecosystem protection.

The "Rade Bleue" operation plunged 80 students from Toulon into the heart of maritime and port issues.

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François de Canson: “The label enhances our attractiveness”
AllauchEnvironment

François de Canson: “The label enhances our attractiveness”

The 2025 'Villes et Villages Fleuris' awards honored 75 municipalities in Region Sud in Marseille. The event recognizes local commitment to quality of life and sustainability.

The 2025 list of winners of the “Villes et Villages Fleuris” label honored 75 municipalities of the Région Sud for their commitment to quality of life.

The Editorial Team
Protecting an exceptional living environment, between sea and pine forests
La Londe-les-MauresEnvironment

Protecting an exceptional living environment, between sea and pine forests

The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation took place in La Londe-les-Maures. Many volunteers gathered to clean up the local environment.

The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation mobilized many volunteers in La Londe-les-Maures to preserve the local environment.

The Editorial Team
Le Pradet: the Town rewarded for the Sandro school garden-courtyard
Le PradetEnvironment

Le Pradet: the Town rewarded for the Sandro school garden-courtyard

Le Pradet received a regional award for its Sandro school garden-courtyard. This 3,600 m² project adapts the school space to climate change.

The Town of Le Pradet received the Regional "Qualité de vie" Prize for the design of the garden-courtyard at the Sandro school group.

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VarEnvironment

Rabies: a deadly risk at the gates of France

The Var DDPP warns against importing rabies through animals brought back from abroad. France is rabies-free, but the disease remains fatal.

The DDPP of Var warns of the deadly danger of importing rabies by bringing back an animal from abroad before the holidays.

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Magistrates and ONU experts rethink the protection of the living
ToulonEnvironment

Magistrates and ONU experts rethink the protection of the living

The Université de Toulon hosted the first conference on the law of nature. Experts discussed legal protection for the living world.

The Université de Toulon hosted the first Assises du droit de la nature, a summit to adapt the legal framework to ecological challenges.

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A forum to raise citizens' awareness of major risks
Bormes-les-MimosasEnvironment

A forum to raise citizens' awareness of major risks

Bormes-les-Mimosas hosted a major risk forum in La Favière. The event trained residents to respond to emergency situations.

The commune of Bormes-les-Mimosas organized a forum to train the public on the right reflexes to adopt when faced with major risks.

The Editorial Team
Forest fires in Var: heightened vigilance for civil security
La CrauEnvironment

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.

The Editorial Team
Fighting forest fires: the Région Sud deploys 250 young sentinels
GardanneEnvironment

Fighting forest fires: the Région Sud deploys 250 young sentinels

Région Sud deploys 250 young forest guards this summer. They monitor natural areas to prevent wildfires.

This summer, 250 young Gardes régionaux forestiers have been deployed to monitor the massifs of the Région Sud in the face of fire risks.

The Editorial Team
Discover the marine riches of Anse Magaud
La GardeEnvironment

Discover the marine riches of Anse Magaud

Naturoscope offers marine activities at Anse Magaud in La Garde this summer. Guided tours explore local life.

In La Garde, Naturoscope offers activities all summer long to discover the marine treasures of Anse Magaud.

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The coastline vibrated to the rhythm of maritime passions
HyèresEnvironment

The coastline vibrated to the rhythm of maritime passions

On June 6, the Fête de la Mer et du Nautisme took place at port Miramar. The free event offered various nautical and environmental activities.

On June 6, the Fête de la Mer et du Nautisme gathered a large crowd at port Miramar for free activities.

The Editorial Team
La Garde: Jean-Aicard students present their Educational Terrestrial Area
La GardeEnvironment

La Garde: Jean-Aicard students present their Educational Terrestrial Area

On June 4, Jean-Aicard school pupils in La Garde presented their Educational Terrestrial Area. The creation of an educational pond was their main project.

Students from Jean-Aicard school presented their Educational Terrestrial Area project, marked by the creation of an educational pond.

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La Ville, candidate for a 4th flower
La GardeEnvironment

La Ville, candidate for a 4th flower

On June 5, the city rewarded amateur gardeners at Villa Jeanne. The municipality is preparing its application for a 4th flower.

The Espaces fleuris ceremony was held on June 5, as the town considers applying for a fourth flower.

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At Accusano park, a successful nature awareness event
La GardeEnvironment

At Accusano park, a successful nature awareness event

On June 7, Escale Nature took place at Accusano Park in La Garde. The free event raised public awareness about biodiversity.

On June 7, Escale Nature attracted many visitors to Accusano park for biodiversity activities.

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Unprecedented mobilization for Operation Clean Bay
HyèresEnvironment

Unprecedented mobilization for Operation Clean Bay

From June 1 to 7, the French Navy led a cleanup of the Toulon roadstead. Civilians and military personnel joined forces.

From June 1 to 7, the Marine nationale led the 17th cleaning campaign of the Toulon bay and its surroundings.

The Editorial Team