Live Austin Fire Map & Tracker
A live Austin fire map and tracker — active wildfires across Central Texas and the Hill Country around Austin, with perimeters from NIFC, Red Flag Warnings, and the fires nearest you.
Fire locations come from NIFC, last pulled Sep 22, 9:39 PM PDT — you're seeing the newest official data there is: we pull the federal fire feeds every few minutes, as soon as agencies publish. Just know each flame marks where a fire was reported, not where its edge is right now — real fires spread, markers don't move, and details like acres update a few times a day, not in real time. In an emergency, always follow the official orders from your local authorities. Basemap © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap.
Active wildfires burning within 40 miles of Austin — from official NIFC incident reports, typically updated 1–2× daily by field teams.
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Why Austin (ATX) sees major wildfires
Austin and the surrounding Hill Country burn during drought and high-wind events, when dry cedar (Ashe juniper), grass, and brush carry fast fires through the wildland-urban interface west of the city. Red Flag Warnings here typically combine drought-cured fuels with strong, gusty winds.
The 2011 Bastrop County Complex Fire east of Austin destroyed more than 1,600 homes — the most destructive wildfire in Texas history — during a record drought. The Hill Country sees recurring fast grass and brush fires.
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Austin fire tracker — FAQ
What wildfires are burning near Austin right now?
The live map and list on this page show wildfires currently reported near Austin to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), refreshed each time you load the page. Use "fires near me" to center it on your exact neighborhood.
Is Austin under a Red Flag Warning?
When the National Weather Service posts a Red Flag Warning for the Austin area, it means critical fire-weather — typically Santa Ana winds plus low humidity — where any new fire can spread fast. This page reflects active fire-weather alerts for the region.
How do I get Austin fire alerts?
Turn on free FireRisk alerts for your Austin address and we'll email you the moment a new fire is reported nearby or a Red Flag Warning is issued. For official evacuation orders, also follow Austin Fire Department and your county's emergency alerts.
Is this an official Austin emergency map?
No. FireRisk is an awareness tool built on official NIFC and NWS data — it complements but never replaces Austin's official alerts, local fire authorities, and 911.
Awareness only — built on official NIFC (fires) and NWS (fire weather) data, which can lag real conditions. For Austin evacuation orders follow Austin Fire Department, your county emergency management, and call 911 in an emergency.