Missouri Fires

## Daily Wildfire Report for Missouri - July 28, 2025

### Overview
Missouri is currently experiencing a period of very low wildfire activity. The state is not facing immediate wildfire threats, and fire weather conditions remain generally stable. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, as summer months can bring drier conditions that increase fire risk.

### Current Situation
**Fire Activity:** As of the last 72 hours, there are no significant active wildfires reported within Missouri. The state is not currently experiencing widespread fire activity, and national resources are not heavily committed to incidents within Missouri.

**Key Fires:** No significant fires are currently active in Missouri.

**Prescribed Burns and Land Management:** Missouri does not have statewide prescribed burning legislation in place that clearly defines liability for escaped burns. However, for natural resource management, restrictions and burn permits are generally not required, with the exception of burning in an ozone nonattainment area between April 15 and September 15, which requires written notification to the staff director 48 hours prior. Counties, municipalities, or tax-supported fire protection districts can issue burn bans at any time. The Missouri Prescribed Fire Council promotes the responsible use of prescribed fire as a land management tool.

**Air Quality:** No significant smoke impacts from wildfires within Missouri have been reported. However, residents should monitor local air quality forecasts, as smoke from wildfires in neighboring states can occasionally affect air quality.

### Weather and Wind Warnings
**Current Weather:** Scattered showers and humidity are present in northern Missouri, which can aid in suppressing fire behavior.

**Forecasted Weather:** The forecast for the next 72 hours indicates a chance of rain throughout the week, with a higher probability of rain on Wednesday. Temperatures are expected to remain in the low to mid-90s Fahrenheit, with humidity levels fluctuating. No Red Flag Warnings or extreme fire weather events are currently reported for Missouri.

### Recommendations
**Public Awareness:** Residents should continue to practice wildfire prevention, especially during dry periods. This includes proper disposal of smoking materials and caution with outdoor burning.

**Resource Allocation:** The Missouri Department of Conservation works with local fire departments to combat wildfires and supports efforts to improve woodland and wildlife habitats through prescribed fire.

### Resources
For up-to-date emergency information, residents can visit:
* **Missouri Department of Conservation:** [https://mdc.mo.gov/](https://mdc.mo.gov/) (for wildfire information and maps)
* **National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC):** [https://www.nifc.gov/](https://www.nifc.gov/) (for regional fire outlooks and updates)
* **AirNow:** [https://www.airnow.gov/](https://www.airnow.gov/) (for air quality and smoke monitoring)

Stay informed and prepared by monitoring these resources regularly.

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