Wildfires continued to burn across parts of the United States on September 8, 2025, exacerbated by dry conditions and high temperatures. Firefighters are battling multiple blazes, with evacuations ordered in high-risk areas. The events underscore the ongoing challenges of climate-driven fire seasons.

Fire Locations

Blazes are primarily in western states, including California and Oregon.

Response Efforts

• Containment: Teams using aerial and ground resources.
• Evacuations: Residents in threatened communities relocated.
• Causes: Attributed to drought and human activities.

Air quality has deteriorated in surrounding areas. For more, see UKHSA climate reports.