Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Western US Faces Wildfires, Heat, and Storm Threats
The Western US is dealing with a lot of weather problems: wildfires, extreme heat, and potential storms.
The Gifford Fire in California continues to burn, and air quality is suffering in Colorado and parts of the northern US due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Phoenix recently hit record high temperatures, and other areas in the Northeast are preparing for record high temperatures.
Plus, flooding has occurred in parts of the Midwest.
The Atlantic is also monitoring for potential storms.
Wildfires and extreme heat warnings are in effect across the Western US.
The Gifford Fire in California has burned over 114,000 acres and is 21% contained.
Air quality alerts are in place in Colorado and parts of the Northern US due to wildfires.
Record temperatures were set in Phoenix; New York City and Northeast expected to face rising temperatures.
The Milwaukee River reached a record crest, causing flooding in parts of the Midwest.
- Who
- Residents in affected areas, fire crews, and those in areas with potential storms.
- What
- Wildfires, extreme heat, and flooding are impacting the US.
- When
- Events are ongoing with expectations to continue in the coming week.
- Where
- Western US, Northern US, Midwest, and Atlantic Ocean.
- Why
- Due to wildfires, atmospheric patterns, and other factors.
General Public
Government and Emergency Response
Public Safety
General Public
Focus on safety and minimizing impact of the weather.
Government and Emergency Response
Prioritizing the safety of all the residents.
- Gifford Fire Burned Acres
- 114,621
- Gifford Fire Containment
- 21%
- Phoenix Forecasted Temperature
- 108°F
- US Fires Reported
- 42,854
- US Acres Burned
- 3.5 million
- Canadian Fires
- 714
- Milwaukee River Crest
- 11.19 feet
