As the fire year heats up, weather is taking a dangerous turn. Critical fire weather conditions, including strong winds, low humidity, and dry lightning, are expected across large portions of Nevada, Utah, northern Arizona, and Colorado. Fuels across these areas are extremely dry and ready to burn. New fires could ignite easily and spread rapidly, making today a day for caution.
Right now, 15,276 wildland firefighters and support personnel are working to protect lives and landscapes. They are supported by 373 crews, 694 engines, and 123 helicopters. Two new large fires were reported yesterday, with 102 still uncontained.
To support suppression efforts nationwide, two military C-130 airtankers equipped with the Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS) have been activated and are now staged in Port Hueneme, California. These aircraft, operated by the 152nd Airlift Wing of the Nevada Air National Guard and the 146th Airlift Wing of the California Air National Guard, reflect the level of coordination and support it takes to meet today’s fire challenges.
Current Wildfires:
| State | Fires | Acres | New | Contained |
| Alaska | 65 | 713,453 | 0 | 0 |
| Arizona | 3 | 55,755 | 0 | 0 |
| California | 5 | 103,169 | 1 | 0 |
| Colorado | 3 | 7,757 | 0 | 0 |
| Florida | 1 | 13,000 | 0 | 2 |
| Idaho | 2 | 1,573 | 0 | 0 |
| Montana | 1 | 124 | 0 | 0 |
| Nevada | 3 | 49,659 | 0 | 0 |
| New Mexico | 3 | 38,148 | 0 | 0 |
| Oregon | 6 | 25,554 | 0 | 0 |
| Utah | 5 | 30,136 | 0 | 0 |
| Washington | 5 | 17,303 | 1 | 0 |
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