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Wildfires near Colfax, Nebraska

Colfax is a county in Nebraska, United States — shortgrass and tallgrass prairie, rangeland and cropland. The map shows wildfires and satellite hotspots detected in and around Colfax. Fires across Nebraska come in two waves: fast-moving grass fires in late winter and spring before green-up, and again in late summer when the grass cures.

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Wind19 mph S · gusts 29 mph

Conditions shown are for Nebraska.

Current fires in Colfax

No significant fires are currently detected in Colfax.

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Wildfire season in Colfax

Fires across Nebraska, which Colfax belongs to, come in two waves: fast-moving grass fires in late winter and spring before green-up, and again in late summer when the grass cures. Higher temperatures, low humidity and wind make fires start and spread faster — check the fire-danger level before lighting any fire or working outdoors.

What the Colfax fire map shows

This page lists only the fires detected inside Colfax itself, so it stays useful when the surrounding region is busy. Colfax is one of 92 counties in Nebraska. It lies about 25 mi SW of the centre of Nebraska. Detections come from NASA satellites and are not verified on the ground — never use them for safety decisions, and always follow the emergency services (call 911).

Frequently asked questions

Are there wildfires in Colfax right now?
No significant fires are currently detected inside Colfax. This page updates continuously as new satellite detections arrive.
When is the wildfire season in Colfax?
Fires across Nebraska, which Colfax belongs to, come in two waves: fast-moving grass fires in late winter and spring before green-up, and again in late summer when the grass cures.
Where in Nebraska is Colfax?
Colfax lies about 25 mi SW of the centre of Nebraska.
What area does the Colfax map cover?
It covers Colfax inside Nebraska. Fires shown are those detected within its own boundary; use the region page for the wider picture.
Is the Colfax fire map official?
No. It republishes public satellite and official data and is not an emergency-warning service. In an emergency call 911.

⚠️ The fires shown are automatic satellite heat detections from NASA FIRMS, augmented with official NIFC / WFIGS incidents where available. Satellite detections are not verified on the ground and are not 100% accurate — they can include false alarms (industrial heat, prescribed burns) or miss small or cloud-covered fires. Do not use this map for safety decisions; always follow official sources.