Wild River Fire in New Hampshire Grows to 1,000 Acres Amid Drought

The Wild River Fire in the White Mountain National Forest, located approximately 7 miles southeast of Gorham, New Hampshire, has expanded to about 1,000 acres and is 11% contained. The fire is burning in steep, rugged, and inaccessible terrain, with spread driven by persistent regional drought and thick hardwood leaf litter. While no communities or structures are currently threatened, smoke has intermittently settled along nearby travel routes, causing reduced visibility for motorists. Firefighters are working to establish containment lines, supported by aerial resources.