Maps · Hazards & Earth Systems

NASA FIRMS Fire Map

Near real-time active fire detections and thermal anomalies from MODIS/VIIRS.

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Monitor earthquakes, fires, floods, or storms live
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Map overview

NASA FIRMS Fire Map — Hazards and Earth Systems interactive map

Near real-time active fire detections and thermal anomalies from MODIS/VIIRS.

Open the live map: NASA FIRMS Fire Map.

Highlights

  • Near real-time active fire detections and thermal anomalies from MODIS/VIIRS.
  • NASA FIRMS Fire Map is an interactive hazards and earth systems map with layered views you can filter.
  • Runs in the browser so you can zoom, compare, and share links quickly.

What it's good for

  • Monitor earthquakes, fires, floods, or storms live
  • Assess local risk before travel or field work
  • Share situational awareness maps with teams and communities

Quick start

  • Open the map and move the view to your area of interest.
  • Toggle layers or filters to focus on the topic you need.
  • Save the link or grab a screenshot to share findings.

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