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National Fire Situation: 32,000+ Fires, 2.5 Million Acres Burned in 2026 as Season Heats Up
Nationally, 32,373 fires have burned more than 2.5 million acres in 2026 — well above 10-year averages — as 11 large fires remain uncontained and fire weather conditions escalate across the West.
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Nation Tracks 11 Large Fires as 2026 Burns Past 2.5 Million Acres — Well Above Average
As of June 12, 2026, eleven uncontained large fires are burning across the U.S. with 2,559 personnel deployed. Year-to-date acreage has surpassed 2.5 million acres, nearly double the 10-year average.
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2026 Fire Season Tracking Well Above Average as Northwest Enters Peak Period
With 31,511 fires and 2.5 million acres burned nationwide through early June — nearly double the 10-year average — fire managers warn the Pacific Northwest is entering a high-risk peak season.
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Frontage Fire Near Huntington Reaches Full Containment After Burning Nearly 2,000 Acres, Closing I-84
The Frontage Fire near Huntington, OR reached 100% containment after burning 1,938 acres, temporarily closing I-84 and prompting GO NOW evacuation orders at Farewell Bend State Park. Evacuation levels have been reduced as crews complete mop-up.
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2026 Is Tracking as One of the Most Destructive Fire Years in U.S. History — And Summer Hasn't Started
With summer not yet officially underway, 2026 has already seen 31,511 wildfires burn 2.47 million acres nationwide — nearly double the 10-year average and the most acres burned before June in a decade. Fire experts say this year is tracking toward historic levels.
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Michaud Creek Fire Reaches 1,300 Acres Near Pocatello, Idaho — Critical Infrastructure at Risk
The Michaud Creek Fire near Pocatello, Idaho has grown to 1,300 acres after reigniting over the weekend. The BIA-managed fire on the Fort Hall Reservation is at 20% containment and threatening residences and energy infrastructure west of the city.
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Blue Ridge Fire Explodes to 6,000 Acres in Southern Idaho, Zero Percent Contained
The Blue Ridge Fire erupted Friday near Buhl in southern Idaho, rapidly expanding to 6,000 acres with zero containment. Critical infrastructure is threatened and dangerous wind conditions are forecast for the week ahead.
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2026 Wildfire Season Running Well Above Average Nationally as June Begins
With 31,511 fires burning nearly 2.5 million acres through June 5, the 2026 wildfire season is tracking significantly above the 10-year national average on both fire count and acreage — setting a concerning baseline as the peak summer months approach.
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Summit Creek Fire in Idaho Reaches 85% Containment as Crews Eye Full Control
The Summit Creek Fire burning in the Sawtooth National Forest near Oakley, Idaho, has grown to nearly 1,924 acres but is 85% contained, with crews targeting full control by June 7.
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Nation Tracks 6 Large Uncontained Fires as 2026 Approaches 2.5 Million Acres Burned
NIFC reports 6 large uncontained fires burning 39,511 acres nationally as 2026 year-to-date totals hit 31,511 fires and nearly 2.5 million acres — well above 10-year averages.
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2026 Fire Season Running Well Above Average: 2.4 Million Acres Burned Nationwide by June
As of early June 2026, wildfires have burned more than 2.4 million acres across the United States — more than double the acreage recorded at the same point last year and significantly ahead of the 10-year average.
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Nation at National Preparedness Level 2: Over 2.4 Million Acres Burned Nationwide in 2026
The U.S. remains at National Preparedness Level 2 as 2026 wildfire activity tracks at roughly double the 10-year average, with 30,298 fires burning more than 2.4 million acres by June 1.
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Seven Cabins Fire Tops 31,000 Acres as Containment Improves in New Mexico
The Seven Cabins Fire in New Mexico's Capitan Mountain Wilderness has grown to 31,770 acres and remains the nation's largest active wildfire, with containment improving but closures and structure threats still in effect.
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Nation at Preparedness Level 2 as 14 Large Fires Burn Across the U.S.
The U.S. fire community is at Preparedness Level 2 with 14 uncontained large fires burning and more than 2.4 million acres consumed nationally — well above the 10-year average through June 1.
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Nation Enters Fire Season with 14 Large Fires Burning Across the West
As of June 1, 2026, 14 large fires burn across seven states with 2.4 million acres scorched nationally — more than double the 10-year average. Three Pacific Northwest states are already dealing with active large fire incidents.
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National Fire Situation: 18 Large Fires Burning, 2.3 Million Acres Consumed in 2026
The National Interagency Fire Center reports 18 uncontained large fires burning across the U.S. as of late May, with year-to-date acreage already double the 10-year average. Active fires in Idaho and Montana are among those on the IMSR.
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Nation Enters Fire Season With 12 Uncontained Large Fires Burning Across the West
NIFC reports 12 large uncontained fires with more than 5,000 personnel deployed as the 2026 season tracks significantly ahead of recent averages with 2.3 million acres already burned nationwide.
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Nation Enters Fire Season With 12 Uncontained Large Fires Burning Across the West
NIFC reports 12 large uncontained fires with more than 5,000 personnel deployed as the 2026 season tracks significantly ahead of recent averages with 2.3 million acres already burned nationwide.