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Wildfires near Gilmer, West Virginia

Gilmer is a county in West Virginia, United States — southern pine forest, palmetto flatwoods, hardwood bottomland and coastal marsh. The map shows wildfires and satellite hotspots detected in and around Gilmer. Fires across West Virginia can occur year-round in this fire-adapted landscape, peaking from late winter into spring; this is also the region where prescribed burning is most widely used.

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Wind4 mph N · gusts 6 mph

Conditions shown are for West Virginia.

Current fires in Gilmer

No significant fires are currently detected in Gilmer.

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Wildfire season in Gilmer

Fires across West Virginia, which Gilmer belongs to, can occur year-round in this fire-adapted landscape, peaking from late winter into spring; this is also the region where prescribed burning is most widely used. 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 Gilmer fire map shows

This page lists only the fires detected inside Gilmer itself, so it stays useful when the surrounding region is busy. Gilmer is one of 54 counties in West Virginia. It lies about 38 mi NW of the centre of West Virginia. 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 Gilmer right now?
No significant fires are currently detected inside Gilmer. This page updates continuously as new satellite detections arrive.
When is the wildfire season in Gilmer?
Fires across West Virginia, which Gilmer belongs to, can occur year-round in this fire-adapted landscape, peaking from late winter into spring; this is also the region where prescribed burning is most widely used.
Where in West Virginia is Gilmer?
Gilmer lies about 38 mi NW of the centre of West Virginia.
What area does the Gilmer map cover?
It covers Gilmer inside West Virginia. Fires shown are those detected within its own boundary; use the region page for the wider picture.
Is the Gilmer 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.