Jaimie Gweneth

Virginia Wildfires 2025 Map. Firefighters observe weather and drought conditions to maintain an appropriate state of readiness to allow quick response to wildfires. Over 100 fires blazed in several parts of the state this week, burning about 7,500 acres throughout parts of central, southwest and northern virginia.

Virginia’s leading cause of wildfire is escaped debris burning. Firefighters are working to put out wildfires in maryland and virginia, including one blaze affecting hundreds of acres at shenandoah national park.