Vermont Fires

Daily Wildfire Report for Vermont - June 02, 2026

Overview

Vermont is currently experiencing a period of low fire danger, aided by recent spring rainfall and elevated humidity that have dampened fine fuels across the state. The current National Preparedness Level is 2. Regionally, the Eastern Area Preparedness Level is at 3, and the Vermont Statewide Preparedness Level is 2, indicating that sufficient local and national resources are available to manage any current incident objectives.

Current Situation

Fire Activity: Over the past 72 hours, wildland fire activity across Vermont has remained minimal, with local fire departments successfully suppressing recent ignitions. According to the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation, the state has recorded 60 wildfires burning a total of 253.65 acres year-to-date. The fire danger rating across all regions of the state is currently classified as Low (Green).

Key Fires:

• Green Mountain Forest Brush Fire: A brush fire that burned approximately 56 acres of the Green Mountain Forest was recently brought to 70% containment. Fueled by dry brush and forest vegetation, crews are continuing to monitor the area and reinforce containment lines.
• Dragon Brook Fire: Located in Addison County near Middlebury, this 54-acre forest fire is now 100% contained. Fueled by dry forest vegetation, twigs, and winter blowdown, the fire was brought under control over a three-day period thanks to rain and a strong coordinated effort by multiple local fire departments and the U.S. Forest Service.

Prescribed Burns and Land Management: The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is conducting a 53-acre prescribed burn at the Sandbar Wildlife Management Area in Milton. Additionally, the U.S. Forest Service is continuing its prescribed burn efforts in the Green Mountain National Forest to maintain early successional wildlife habitat and reduce available fuel for wildfires.

Air Quality: Smoke from prescribed burns may occasionally impact roads immediately adjacent to the burn sites, including Route 12 near the Woodstock/Pomfret town line and Route 2 in Milton. Residents and drivers in these areas should be aware, slow down, and use caution when encountering smoke on the roadways.

Weather and Wind Warnings

Current Weather: Recent rainfall and elevated humidity have significantly reduced fire risks across the state.
Forecasted Weather: Partly sunny to mostly cloudy conditions are expected over the next 72 hours, with temperatures warming into the 70s and low 80s by mid-week. Winds are expected to remain manageable, and there are currently no Red Flag Warnings in effect for Vermont.

Burn Bans: There are currently no state-issued burning restrictions or burn bans in place, as the statewide debris burn ban was previously lifted. However, residents are reminded that a "Permit to Kindle" from their local Town Forest Fire Warden is still required by law prior to any open backyard burning.

Recommendations

Public Awareness: Residents are advised to be mindful of potential smoke impacts near prescribed burn areas. When burning legal materials such as tree limbs and branches on private property, always ensure you have obtained the proper permits, check wind conditions, and never leave a fire unattended.
Resource Allocation: State and federal firefighters are utilizing the favorable weather conditions to conduct hazardous fuels reduction work, ensuring communities, infrastructure, and natural resources are better protected during drier seasons.

Resources

For up-to-date emergency information, residents can visit:
National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC): www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn
Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation: fpr.vermont.gov/wildland
Vermont Fire Danger Forecast Alerts: anrweb.vt.gov/FPR/vtFPR/FireDangerSubscribe.aspx

Stay informed and prepared by monitoring these resources regularly.