NIFC Reports 93 Active Wildfires and Elevated Fire Risk Across Western US

The National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) reports 93 large wildfires are currently active across the United States, with over 7.9 million acres burned in 2026 and 22,356 personnel assigned. High significant fire potential is forecast for Idaho, western Montana, and the northern Great Basin due to thunderstorms, strong winds, low humidity, and above-normal temperatures, signaling continued fire threats.