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Life & fun · January 10, 2025

Watch Duty

Get real-time alerts of wildfires and firefighting efforts

Watch Duty launched on January 10, 2025 with 205 votes, #193 of 6,142 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.

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What it does

Watch Duty, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, alerts you of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts in real-time.

Track wildfires and flooding in real-time with verified alerts, live maps, and evacuation info. Free nonprofit app trusted by first responders.

Watch Duty, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, alerts you of nearby wildfires and flooding in real-time. Track wildfires, flooding, prescribed burns, and river gauges in real time — know what’s happening and where. See live flight paths as crews work from the sky. Member Feature Understand the conditions driving fire and flooding with live data. Stay ahead with power outages, red flag warnings, and anticipated water level changes in one place. Follow fire growth and flood warnings through live satellite imagery and official data. Access clear, verified evacuation orders and find safe shelters and resources. Upload photos and firsthand updates to support responders and equip our reporters. Stay ahead…from watchduty.org

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