International Wildfire Activity
Mexico Wildfires Today
Recent fire activity is showing up in the latest Copernicus data for Mexico, with 112 fire areas in the current seven-day view. The largest is Fire in Southeastern Mexico at about 2,410 hectares. Some regional coverage is still being refreshed, so the current list may be incomplete. The latest NASA FIRMS satellite snapshot is still loading. A missing heat count should not be read as an all-clear.
Updated Sep 30, 2026For confirmed incidents, warnings and evacuation information in Mexico, follow national and local authorities.
Satellite heat & recent fires
Map key: fire pins show recent Copernicus fire areas; orange and red marks show NASA satellite heat. A Copernicus fire area is not automatically a named official incident, and one wildfire can create several heat detections.
Recent fires in Mexico
Recent Copernicus fire areas from the latest available seven-day coverage. They show where burned area was recorded and when the source observed it, but they do not by themselves confirm current flames, containment or official incident status.
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Eastern Mexico
Sep 21–Sep 23, 2026
Fire in Central Mexico
Sep 12–Sep 23, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Central Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 9–Sep 24, 2026
Fire in Southern Mexico
Sep 9–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 8–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 15–Sep 22, 2026
Fire near Sonora
Jul 22–Sep 30, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 22–Sep 28, 2026
Fire near Valtierrilla, Guanajuato
Sep 12–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Jul 18–Sep 29, 2026
Fire in Southern Mexico
Sep 19–Sep 23, 2026
Fire in Southeastern Mexico
Sep 15–Sep 29, 2026
112 recent fires in the last available source snapshot. A fresh source check is pending. Contains modified Copernicus Service information 2026.
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Fires in Mexico in 2026
Earlier Copernicus fire areas from this year that meet WildfireSignal's detail-page threshold. Nearby place names help describe where a fire occurred; they are not official incident names.
Fire in Western Mexico
Sep 28, 2026
Fire in Central Mexico
Sep 27, 2026
More fires may appear here as the year-to-date Copernicus archive is filled in. Approximate place labels may use OpenStreetMap contributors; fire area and source dates remain sourced from Copernicus GWIS. Contains modified Copernicus Service information 2026.
Mexico activity at a glance
About wildfires and forest fires in Mexico
This Mexico wildfire page combines nationwide NASA FIRMS satellite heat detections with recent Copernicus fire-event context and CONAFOR reporting. Forest-fire conditions vary by region and season, while CONAFOR publishes official wildfire reports and coordinates national fire-management information.
Mexico forest fire season and risk
High temperatures, low humidity, dry vegetation and wind can increase fire risk. CONAFOR publishes weekly wildfire reports and official information throughout the season.
Official wildfire information in Mexico
Use CONAFOR reports and civil-protection authorities for confirmed wildfire information and local emergency guidance.
Mexico wildfire FAQ
Are all red and orange dots confirmed wildfires?
No. NASA FIRMS detects thermal activity from satellites. These heat detections may be associated with wildfires, but they do not necessarily represent confirmed wildfire incidents. They can also come from prescribed burning, agricultural activity, industrial heat or another source.
Can one wildfire create several heat detections?
Yes. A single wildfire can produce multiple satellite heat detections during one or more satellite passes. The number of dots on the map should not be interpreted as the number of separate wildfires.
How often does WildfireSignal check the satellite feed?
WildfireSignal checks the NASA FIRMS feed every 10 minutes. However, the newest available observation for a location may be older because satellites pass over different areas at specific times.
Where should I check confirmed wildfire alerts in Mexico?
Use the official national and local emergency sources linked on this page for confirmed wildfire information, alerts and evacuation instructions. WildfireSignal is designed for situational awareness and should not replace official emergency guidance.
Official and satellite wildfire sources for Mexico
WildfireSignal uses NASA FIRMS for its satellite heat-detection layer and links to official sources for wildfire context. For confirmed incidents, warnings, evacuation orders and other emergency information, rely on official national and local authorities.