Massachusetts Fires
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2025-07-28 13:36:12.959146-04:00 ET
## Daily Wildfire Report for Massachusetts - July 28, 2025
### Overview
Massachusetts is currently experiencing elevated fire weather concerns due to dry conditions and the potential for increased fire activity. While there are no major reported wildfires actively burning across the state in the last 72 hours, the risk remains present. The National Preparedness Level for the region is not explicitly stated in the provided data, but the general conditions suggest a need for continued vigilance.
### Current Situation
**Fire Activity:** Over the past 72 hours, there have been no significant wildfires reported as actively burning and requiring extensive suppression efforts in Massachusetts. However, reports from November 2024 indicated a high number of brush fires across the state, with hundreds of acres burned and significant containment challenges due to foliage drop and dry conditions. While these specific incidents are from the past, the underlying conditions that contributed to them can resurface.
**Key Fires:** No significant active fires have been reported in the last 72 hours.
**Prescribed Burns and Land Management:** Information regarding prescribed burns in Massachusetts is not available for the last 72 hours. Historically, prescribed burns have been conducted in areas like Martha's Vineyard in the spring to manage fuel loads and promote habitat health. Open burning season in Massachusetts typically runs from January 15th to May 1st, with permits required and local fire department approval needed daily, contingent on weather and air quality.
### Weather and Wind Warnings
**Current Weather:** As of Monday, July 28, 2025, the weather in Massachusetts is mostly sunny with temperatures in the low to mid-80s Fahrenheit. Humidity is around 48%, and there is a low chance of rain.
**Forecasted Weather:** The forecast for the upcoming week indicates partly cloudy conditions with highs remaining in the mid-80s. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing by Friday, with some storms potentially becoming strong to severe. Minimum relative humidity is expected to be between 45% and 60% on Friday, with higher humidity along coastal areas. While no Red Flag Warnings are currently active, the combination of warm temperatures, moderate humidity, and potential for gusty winds in the coming days warrants attention for fire potential.
### Recommendations
**Public Awareness:** Residents are advised to remain aware of current weather conditions and any potential fire weather watches or warnings that may be issued. It is crucial to adhere to any local burn bans or restrictions that may be in place, especially given the dry conditions that can quickly exacerbate fire risk.
### Resources
For up-to-date emergency information, residents can visit:
* **Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA):** [www.mass.gov/mema](https://www.mass.gov/mema)
* **Massachusetts Department of Fire Services:** [www.mass.gov/dfs](https://www.mass.gov/dfs)
* **National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC):** [www.nifc.gov](https://www.nifc.gov)
Stay informed and prepared by monitoring these resources regularly.