Synonyms of wildfires

wildfires

noun

plural of wildfire

as in blazes

a fire in a wild area (such as a forest) that is not controlled and that can burn a large area very quickly

The recent wildfires were made worse by the strong winds.

Related Words

• blazes
• campfires
• forest fires
• infernos
• bonfires
• brush fires
• conflagrations
• backfires
• holocausts
• arsons
• flare-ups

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wildfires

Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 July 2026

Fire agencies across the state have for years warned the public to keep their drones grounded over active wildfires, yet drone incursions remain a constant problem, fire officials said. — Sydney Brammer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026

Several wildfires remained active across France on Saturday as temperatures soared. — ABC News, 11 July 2026

Wind, high temperatures and little rainfall help small wildfires grow into unchecked blazes. — Sergio Rodrigo, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Thousands of acres have been scorched by wildfires with recent states of emergency declared due to extreme heat and dry conditions, according to the Associated Press. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

Regions stricken with the worst drought conditions include the West, where wildfires have been raging, parts of the High Plains, the Southeast and the Mid-Atlantic regions. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026

Fireworks from formal rocket shows to impromptu street celebrations can create extremely unhealthy air quality, sometimes rivaling what comes from wildfires. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 4 July 2026