LYNN – Massachusetts is under a red flag warning until 6 p.m. on Friday as the state continues to see an unprecedented number of brush fires this fall.
There have been 167 fires in the last seven days, according to the state, and 317 in November alone. As of Thursday, 68% of the state was in severe drought, and the latest forecast shows no rain in sight.
Where are brush fires burning in Massachusetts?
The most recent wildfire activity briefing from the Department of Conservation & Recreation says fires have burned 440 acres of land in the past week.
Below is list of the biggest fires currently burning in Massachusetts, and where efforts to contain the flames stand.
Lynn Woods fire – 427 acres
Firefighters reported “heavy smoldering and creeping fire” at Mt. Gilead in the Lynn Woods Reservation. The fire is burning 427 acres and is 20% contained.