Watch Duty: Wildfire Maps

Watch Duty: Wildfire Maps

By Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc.

  • Category: News
  • Release Date: 2021-08-10
  • Current Version: 2026.5.13
  • Adult Rating: 4+
  • File Size: 76.63 MB
  • Developer: Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc.
  • Compatibility: Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
Score: 4.92849
4.92849
From 38,561 Ratings

Description

Watch Duty is the only wildfire mapping and alert app powered by real people giving you real-time information vetted by trained professionals, not robots. While many other apps rely solely on government alerts, which can often be delayed, Watch Duty provides up-to-the-minute, life-saving information through a dedicated team of active and retired firefighters, dispatchers, first responders, and reporters who monitor radio scanners around the clock. We aim to keep you informed and safe with real-time updates and alerts. Wildfire Tracking Features: - Push notifications about nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts - Real-time updates as conditions change - Active fire perimeters and progress - Infrared satellite hotspots from VIIRS and MODIS - Wind speed and direction - Evacuation orders & shelter information - Historical wildfire perimeters - Street and satellite maps - Air attack and air tanker flight tracker - Save locations for quick access on the map Watch Duty is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our service will always remain free of charge and free of advertising or sponsorship. You can support our mission with a $25/year membership, which grants access to special features as a token of our appreciation. Disclaimer: Watch Duty is not affiliated with any government agency. The information provided in this app is sourced from publicly available and trusted sources, including but not limited to government agencies, radio transmissions, and satellite data. For more information or support, feel free to contact us at support.watchduty.org. Privacy Policy: https://www.watchduty.org/legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Reviews

  • Safety First

    5
    By insuranceismygame
    Living in San Diego County and near Riverside has challenges . Fire moves quickly as we saw in the Bonsall Fire . Had I had this app then ? I wouldn’t have gotten in my car to go to an appointment ! With this you know right when the fire occurs and progress updates all along the way . I am also a fire underwriter and I live this app!
  • SAVED MY LIFE!! AMAZING APP!!!!

    5
    By 🐬girl
    I’m pretty sure during the LA wildfires everyone had this app on their phones, I mean it saved hundreds and thousands of lives. I checked it every day and especially when my family was on evacuation watch. Even now this app’s value is immeasurable. It is so appreciated, so easy to use and understand!
  • Thank you

    5
    By kayak lady mn
    You gave me up-to-date information on the fire. That was very close to our home.
  • Life saving app

    5
    By Amanda Stephen Stewart
    This app has literally helped us stay on top of critical fire alerts on more than one occasion as we watched anxiously to find out if we would have to be evacuated. We were within miles of wildfires and this app gave us correct and current information so we could stay informed and evacuate if needed. It is a life saving app! Thank you!!! 🙏
  • Amazing Thank You

    5
    By verry kerri
    Every time I use this app, I want to thank the creators. Previously, we tracked fires with amateurs who monitored the scanners and then reported on twitter. They were so helpful--but was was lacking was a strong visual to help us know exactly where the fire is and what direction the wind is blowing blowing. But now we have this awesome app Watch Duty that really helps us understand exactly what is going on and where in real time. It is a life saver, game changer, and panic reducer! Thank you!!🔥😇
  • Essential

    5
    By CALefty
    When the winds blow and the fires start, the WatchDuty app keeps you informed. Alerts, evacuations, everything you need to know all in one place.
  • invaluable resource

    5
    By anonimus42
    it makes all the difference to have up-to-date information on our phone. Thank you!! ❤️
  • Fire Country? Fire World!

    5
    By Namekathi
    Watch Duty is critical to those who live in Fire Country—and these days, who doesn’t?
  • So helpful!

    5
    By BlueSkyPreferred
    Let’s you know where the fires are, and if they’re planned burns or not, with status updates.
  • Essential App

    5
    By trilobytecharlie
    If you live in rural or urban America, you need this app. Could be life saving in fact.

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