Massachusetts Fires

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Daily Wildfire Report

Daily Wildfire Report for Massachusetts - August 10, 2026

Overview

Massachusetts is currently experiencing a low risk for significant wildfires. Thanks to a recent pattern of summer rain and high humidity, the state's vegetation and forest fuels have retained sufficient moisture to suppress widespread fire danger. While the local threat remains minimal, the National Preparedness Level is elevated due to heavy fire activity in the western United States and Canada.

Current Situation

Fire Activity: Over the last 72 hours, wildland fire activity in Massachusetts has been negligible. The combination of green, moisture-rich summer vegetation and recent scattered thunderstorms has prevented any major ignitions. Local fire departments are monitoring conditions, but no significant wildland fire activity is occurring within the state.

Key Fires:
There are currently no significant active wildfires threatening communities or values in Massachusetts.

Prescribed Burns and Land Management: The state's residential open burning season officially ended on May 1, meaning all open burning of brush and forestry debris is strictly prohibited statewide until January 15. Meanwhile, the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) and partner agencies are actively managing state lands. Planned prescribed burns for the 2026 season are targeting areas such as the Southeast Pine Barrens in Plymouth, Frances Crane WMA in Falmouth, and the Mashpee Pine Barrens. These controlled burns focus on consuming hazardous fuel loads—specifically pitch pine, leaf litter, and oak scrub—to restore natural fire-adapted habitats and prevent future catastrophic wildfires.

Air Quality: Air quality across Massachusetts remains generally good. Although the region experienced some upper-level smoke from western and Canadian fires earlier in the summer, atmospheric conditions over the past 72 hours have kept skies clear and favorable at the surface level.

Weather and Wind Warnings

Current Weather: The weather over the past three days has been characterized by warm summer temperatures around 85°F, moderate humidity levels near 55%, and intermittent rain showers.
Forecasted Weather: There are currently no Fire Weather Watches or Red Flag Warnings in effect for any part of Massachusetts. Looking ahead, temperatures will remain in the low to mid-80s with periodic chances of light rain and thunderstorms through the end of the week. Winds will be mild, generally blowing out of the west and southwest at 5 to 15 mph, which poses no significant threat for rapid fire spread.

Recommendations

Public Awareness: Even with low fire danger, residents are reminded to adhere to the statewide seasonal ban on residential brush burning. When using charcoal grills or recreational fire pits where permitted, ensure all ashes are fully doused with water and stored in metal containers away from combustible vegetation.
Resource Allocation: Because local fire danger is currently low, Massachusetts has deployed specialized wildland firefighting personnel from the Massachusetts Inter-Agency Suppression Module—made up of staff from MassWildlife and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)—to assist with severe wildfire outbreaks in states like Minnesota and Montana.