Geneva is banning all fires in forests and near woodland as the risk of wildfires rises.
With extreme heat and ongoing drought, authorities have raised the danger level to four out of five — considered high risk.
The ban covers barbecues, even in designated areas with fixed fire pits, and applies to protected sites including the Allondon and Aire valleys.
Officials warn that a single spark or discarded cigarette can trigger a blaze and urge people to call 118 immediately if they see a fire.
Elderly deaths rise during the heatwave
Switzerland's June heatwave is being blamed for around 200 additional deaths among people over 65, according to new federal figures.
Bars can stay open all night for Quarter-Final clash
Geneva is allowing bars and restaurants to stay open through the night this Saturday so fans can watch the World Cup quarter-final against Argentina.
Swiss football shirts sell out
Football fever is emptying the shelves.
Small girl left alone on train
A five-year-old girl was accidentally left alone on a train in canton Fribourg after missing her stop on the way to school.
Twint rival launches
A Swiss-made rival to Twint has officially launched.
Switzerland through to quarters
Switzerland is through to the World Cup quarter finals after beating Colombia in a penalty shoot out.
