That one website that shows wildfires near you and warns you when they spread: Watch Duty

The pickLink checked Oct 9

Watch Duty

Live wildfire map and alerts from a nonprofit

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Why it's the pick

A nonprofit live map of wildfires and floods with fire perimeters, satellite hot spots, evacuation orders and verified alerts from staff and volunteers who watch the official channels. The free plan sends alerts for up to four counties; $24.99 a year makes them unlimited and adds extras like firefighting aircraft tracking.

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