Jul 3, 2024 · Wildfires that burn near populated areas can have significant impact on the environment, property, livestock and human mortality and morbidity depending on the size, speed and proximity to …

Jun 6, 2024 · From lightning to human causes such as campfires and fireworks, learn more about the various ignition sources for wildfires and how to stay safer.

NFPA's Firewise USA® program teaches people how to adapt to living with wildfire and encourages neighbors to work together and take action.

Jan 31, 2024 · All forest fires are technically wildfires, but not all wildfires are necessarily forest fires. Learn more about the differences.

A wildfire is an unplanned fire that burns in a natural area such as a forest, grassland, or prairie. Wildfires are often caused by human activity or a natural phenomenon such as lightning, and they …

Jan 18, 2025 · NFPA's wildfire expert weighs in the LA Wildfires, the troubled response, and what needs to happen next.

Jun 16, 2023 · The health effects of smoke from wildfires can range from eye and respiratory tract irritation to more serious disorders, including reduced lung function, bronchitis, exacerbated asthma …

Jun 24, 2025 · Smoke from wildfires can also contribute to higher exposures to air pollution at longer distances with more long-term effects: particulate matter is capable of penetrating deep into lung …

4 days ago · Saturday, May 2, 2026 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is a campaign that encourages people and organizations everywhere to come together on a single day to take action to …

Use our interactive map to access information about where our Firewise USA® sites are located and learn where wildland fires are occurring within the US.