Bushfires in Australian Capital Territory
Australian Capital Territory spans the forested ranges of Namadgi and the grassy valleys around Canberra. The fire season here runs from November to March, and fire can reach the urban edge quickly from the western ranges.
Live bushfire and grassfire information for Australian Capital Territory (ACT): satellite hotspots, official warnings, fire danger ratings and total fire bans. Zoom the map or pick a region below.
Current significant fires in Australian Capital Territory
No significant fires are currently detected in Australian Capital Territory. This is common outside the fire season — the map above still shows any smaller or newer detections.
Bushfires in Australian Capital Territory
Fire and emergency response in Australian Capital Territory is led by ACT Emergency Services Agency. The higher-risk fire period here is typically summer (about November to March), though fires can start at any time. This page combines satellite fire detections with the official warnings, fire danger ratings and total fire bans published for ACT.
Satellite detections are unconfirmed — they can be a bushfire, a hazard-reduction burn or an industrial heat source. Always follow the official agency and call 000 in an emergency.
Local government areas in Australian Capital Territory
Frequently asked questions
Where do the fires and warnings for Australian Capital Territory come from?
Satellite hotspots (NASA/NOAA via Digital Earth Australia and FIRMS) plus official warnings and incidents republished from the responsible fire agency for Australian Capital Territory.
Is this official advice for Australian Capital Territory?
No — it is republished public information. Always follow the official agency and call 000 in an emergency.
How do I check fires near my town in Australian Capital Territory?
Use the map above, or pick a local government area from the list on this page to zoom to your region. As you zoom in, satellite hotspots and other detail layers appear.