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Best Forest Fire Map Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

Finding the right forest fire map apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 250+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Forest Fire Map Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Watch Duty: Wildfire & FloodsWatch Duty: Wildfire & FloodsFree4.9★ (51K)NoYesSep 2026
2Firesource - Live WildfiresFiresource - Live WildfiresFree4.7★ (2.5K)NoNoSep 2026
3Fires: Wildfire News and AtlasFires: Wildfire News and AtlasFree4.6★ (11K)NoYesSep 2026
4National Forest ExplorerNational Forest ExplorerFree4.5★ (728)NoNoSep 2026
5Firespot: Wildfire appFirespot: Wildfire appFree4.7★ (5.5K)NoYesSep 2026
6Wildfire Map TrackerWildfire Map TrackerFree5.0★ (1)YesYesSep 2026
7Wildfire App－Fire Tracker・MapsWildfire App－Fire Tracker・MapsFree4.7★ (60)NoYesSep 2026
8HeatMark: Fire TrackerHeatMark: Fire TrackerFree5.0★ (1)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Forest Fire Map

Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods#1

Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods by Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc.

Fire & Flood Maps and Alerts
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.9😊(51K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#10in News
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Get real-time wildfire information and alerts powered by a dedicated team of first responders and reporters. Receive immediate updates on fire perimeters, evacuation orders, and firefighting efforts, going beyond delayed government alerts to keep you informed and safe.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Incredible resource
  • 🚀 Reliable
  • 🚀 Invaluable
  • 🚀 Accurate and timely updates
  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 👍 Comprehensive information
  • 👍 Helpful during emergencies
  • 👍 Indispensable
  • 👍 Crucial tool
  • 👍 Life-saving
  • 👍 Excellent app
  • 👍 Fantastic app
  • 👍 Impressive and well-done
  • 👍 Informative

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Incorrect fire location information
  • 🐛 Notifications not working properly
  • 🐛 Notifications need to be louder
Firesource - Live Wildfires#2

Firesource - Live Wildfires by Hemal doshi

Fires, Air Quality, Detections
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😞(2.5K ratings)
Free
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Track live wildfires with real-time data on a map and in a feed. Access detailed fire perimeters, news updates, and air quality measurements. Users can also report nearby fires with photos and location data.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great for road closures
  • 👍 Nice app to have for fire research
  • 👍 Comprehensive fire records

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate and outdated information
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and app issues
  • 🐛 Slow performance
  • 👎 Limited coverage (no Canada, Australia)
  • 👎 Difficult to view fire perimeters
Fires: Wildfire News and Atlas#3

Fires: Wildfire News and Atlas by Ryan Strouse

Wildfire and Public Land Maps
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.6😐(11K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Track wildfires and emergency responses in real-time with live aircraft tracking and detailed maps. Receive instant alerts for nearby incidents and evacuation zones, with offline map access for reliable information when networks fail.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Up-to-date information
  • 👍 Helpful for tracking wildfires
  • 🗺️ Useful satellite imagery
  • 💡 Variety of map options

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Inconsistent data/maps
  • 🔌 Slow loading times
  • 📊 Unintuitive interface

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FAQ about Forest Fire Map

What are the best forest fire map apps for iPhone?
Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods tops our forest fire map apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 51K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top forest fire map apps we rank are free to download, including Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods and Firesource - Live Wildfires.
Watch Duty: Wildfire & Floods has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ forest fire map apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Watch Duty provides real-time wildfire mapping and alert services. It is powered by a team of trained professionals, including firefighters and first responders, who monitor radio scanners and other sources to deliver up-to-the-minute information on wildfires, firefighting efforts, and evacuation orders.
Key features include real-time wildfire maps, push notifications for nearby fires, active fire perimeters, wind speed and direction, evacuation orders and shelter information, and an air attack and air tanker flight tracker. It also displays infrared satellite hotspots and allows users to save locations for quick access.