Wildfires near Elko, Nevada

Elko is a county in Nevada, United States — sagebrush steppe, pinyon-juniper woodland and ponderosa pine on the desert ranges. The map shows wildfires and satellite hotspots detected in and around Elko. Fires across Nevada peak from May to July, before the summer monsoon arrives, with invasive annual grasses carrying fire across rangeland that once burned rarely.

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Conditions shown are for Nevada.

Current fires in Elko

No significant fires are currently detected in Elko.

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Wildfire season in Elko

Fires across Nevada, which Elko belongs to, peak from May to July, before the summer monsoon arrives, with invasive annual grasses carrying fire across rangeland that once burned rarely. Over the period recorded here, the busiest month in Nevada has been October. 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 Elko fire map shows

This page lists only the fires detected inside Elko itself, so it stays useful when the surrounding region is busy. Elko is one of 16 counties in Nevada. It lies about 306 mi N of the centre of Nevada. 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 Elko right now?

No significant fires are currently detected inside Elko. This page updates continuously as new satellite detections arrive.

When is the wildfire season in Elko?

Fires across Nevada, which Elko belongs to, peak from May to July, before the summer monsoon arrives, with invasive annual grasses carrying fire across rangeland that once burned rarely.

Where in Nevada is Elko?

Elko lies about 306 mi N of the centre of Nevada.

What area does the Elko map cover?

It covers Elko inside Nevada. Fires shown are those detected within its own boundary; use the region page for the wider picture.

Is the Elko 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.

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