Yesterday's image: fire shows in orange and red. NASA MODIS
Red dots: heat detected by satellite in the last 48h. NASA FIRMS
Key facts
Source: NIFCThe story so far
Burning across private land near Houston, Missouri, in Texas County, the Hwy B Fire burned for 45 days after starting on September 30, 2026. Over the course of its activity, the fire grew at an approximate rate of 9 acres per day, ultimately reaching a final size of 400 acres before the incident officially ended within the region's typical fire season, which runs from June to October.
Nationwide, the broader landscape reflects a less destructive season than usual. Across the country, 3,541,886 hectares have burned so far in 2026, marking a significant 35 percent decrease compared to the two-decade average.
In context
This wildfire burned in Missouri for 2 days. In total it burned about 400 acres — around 1.6 km².
In the Northern Hemisphere, wildfire activity usually peaks during the warm, dry months — roughly May through October.
The bigger picture in United States
Across United States, roughly 3,541,886 hectares have burned so far in 2026 — 35% below the two-decade average. Data from Copernicus GWIS.
Alerts near Houston
This fire is over. We'll email you if satellites detect new fire in this area. Free, no account.
Get alerts
United States todayLiveCommunity reports
Reports from people near the fire · unverified
Be the first to report what is happening →
Not official emergency information. In an emergency, contact fire services/authorities.