Over 100 Wildfires Active Globally, New Fires Emerge This Week

As of October 28, 2026, 120 named wildfires are actively burning worldwide, impacting approximately 1.8 million hectares. The largest reported fire is the Collins fire in Canada, covering about 301,240 hectares. This week alone saw 395 new fires, though the overall number is decreasing compared to the previous week. Significant wildfire activity is concentrated in Canada (45 fires), the United States (28), and Australia (15). France is experiencing an unusually severe fire season, with 98,642 hectares burned, 568% above its average. An active wildfire also commenced on October 27, 2026, near Bontang Baru, Indonesia, during the dry season.