Live UK wildfire information
UK wildfires today: live map and current incidents
Check current wildfire incidents, reported fires, satellite-detected heat sources and fire-weather information near a UK postcode or location.
Check current wildfires and reported incidents across the UK
Wildfire Watch brings together available official fire-service reports, reviewed incident information, satellite observations and weather context. Use the live UK wildfire map to understand what has been reported, then open an item to check its source, status and update time.
What the wildfire map shows
A confirmed incident has been matched to publication-approved evidence from an official source. A reported fire is a credible report that may still need review or confirmation.
A satellite heat source is a thermal detection, not proof of a wildfire. Controlled burning, industrial activity and other hot surfaces can cause false detections.
Wildfires and heat sources near me
Enter a postcode or select a location to review nearby reports, satellite heat detections and local fire-weather context. Location monitoring and wildfire alerts can help you follow places that matter to you, but they do not replace emergency-service warnings.
Data freshness, gaps and false detections
Update times vary by source. Official reports can be delayed or provide limited location detail. Cloud, smoke, satellite timing and sensor resolution can hide or misplace heat detections. A blank map or no result does not prove that an area is fire-free; check each item’s time and source.
UK wildfire risk and fire weather
Dry vegetation, low humidity, wind and heat can increase the chance that a fire starts or spreads, but risk conditions do not mean a wildfire is present. Weather context and incident reports should be considered separately.
What to do if you see a wildfire
Move away from the fire and smoke to a safe place, do not attempt to tackle the fire, and call 999. Give the operator the clearest location you can and follow emergency-service instructions. Do not wait for a map marker or alert to appear.
UK wildfire map FAQ
Are there any current wildfires in the UK?
Check the current incidents page and map for the latest publication-approved information. Some active fires may not yet have been reported, reviewed or detected.
How do I find wildfires near me?
Use the location checker with a postcode or place name to review nearby incidents, reported fires, satellite heat sources and available fire-weather information.
Does a satellite heat source mean there is a wildfire?
No. It means a satellite sensor detected unusual heat. The cause may be wildfire, but it may also be controlled burning, industry or another hot surface.
Why is a fire missing from the map?
Reports and satellite data can be delayed, incomplete or unavailable. Location uncertainty, cloud, smoke and the timing of satellite passes can also create gaps.
Can I use Wildfire Watch as an emergency alert?
No. Wildfire Watch provides information and monitoring, not emergency warnings. If you are in danger or see an uncontrolled fire, move to safety and call 999.
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