Seattle Wildfire Map & Tracker
Track active wildfires near Seattle in real time. WildFire-Ready maps active fires, evacuation alerts, and wildfire smoke and air quality across Washington, drawn from official agencies and updated continuously. Seattle rarely burns directly, but fires east of the Cascades and across the region can fill the Puget Sound area with wildfire smoke in late summer.
Wildfire risk around Seattle
Seattle rarely burns directly, but fires east of the Cascades and across the region can fill the Puget Sound area with wildfire smoke in late summer.
Seattle sits within Washington, so the same official-source fire, evacuation, and air-quality data that we carry for the region applies here. Open the live map centred on Seattle to see active fires near you, watch a fire of interest, and check evacuation alerts and air quality in one place.
Seattle fire data sources
Everything we show near Seattle traces back to the agencies that publish it for Washington:
- National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
- National Weather Service
- InciWeb
- NASA FIRMS
You can verify the area's fire picture directly at the official agency: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/.
Seattle wildfire FAQ
Are there wildfires near Seattle right now?
WildFire-Ready shows active wildfires near Seattle and across Washington in real time, drawn from official agencies. Open the live map centred on Seattle to see what is currently active, where it is burning, and its status. Counts change throughout the day, so check the map for the latest picture.
Is there wildfire smoke in Seattle?
Wildfire smoke can reach Seattle from local fires or from fires far away, and air quality can change quickly. WildFire-Ready plots air-quality readings on the map so you can check conditions in and around Seattle. During smoke events, follow guidance from your local health authority.
Where can I see evacuation alerts near Seattle?
Evacuation orders and alerts appear on the WildFire-Ready map as the responsible agencies issue them for the Washington area around Seattle. Always follow official evacuation orders, and call 911 in an emergency. WildFire-Ready is a companion to 911, not a replacement.
Where does Seattle fire data come from?
Everything we show near Seattle traces back to official agencies for Washington, including National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Confirm critical details with the responsible agency before acting.