Watch Duty (Wildfire)
Developed by Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc | Last updated: May 19, 2024
Watch Duty (Wildfire) is a news app, developed by Sherwood Forestry Service, Inc, available on iOS and Android since its release in August 2021. The updated version 2024.5.10 is now available to download, compatible with iOS 13.0+ and Android 10+. Before downloading this app, let's quickly review what Watch Duty Wildfire has to offer.
About Watch Duty (Wildfire)
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. All other apps rely on only government alerts which can be hours late or flat out non-existent.
Watch Duty is run by active and retired firefighters, dispatchers, first responders, and reporters who monitor radio scanners in your area around the clock to bring you up-to-the-minute life saving information.
Wildfire tracking features:
- Push notifications about nearby wildfires and ongoing firefighting efforts
- Real-time updates as conditions change
- Active fire perimeters and progress
- Infrared satellite hotspot 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
- Saved locations on the map
Watch Duty is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that will always provide an unparalleled FREE service at no cost, forever. Our maps and alerting will always remain free but if you become a member for $25/year you will receive special features as a token of our appreciation. Your membership dues will support our free service for all and remain free of advertising or sponsorship.
If you’d like to drop us a line, learn more, or ask questions you can reach us anytime at support.watchduty.org. We’d love to hear from you.
What's new in version 2024.5.10
Improvements & Fixes
Download the Watch Duty (Wildfire) App
Watch Duty (Wildfire) has an IPA/APK download size of 46 MB on its latest version. Watch Duty (Wildfire) is FREE to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 56 MB of storage space available, then tap the button or scan the QR code below to start the download process!
Ranking History in App Store (U.S)
Changelog
Compatibility
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Old devices: iPhone X/SE/8/7/6
- iPad Pro
- iPad Mini
Review: Top notch and reliable fire notification oo
Because I used this app soboften I decided it was worth paying for And became a member . Keep up the...
By J Hensel
Review: Must Have
If you live somewhere impacted by wildfires and could have only one app, this is it. Timely and accurate information....
By Flokkii
Review: The Best
By far the best and most informative fire information on the internet!!!
By vkandtj
Review: Don’t Wildfire without it!
Watch Duty is our “go to” for fire info in the western US. Living in the Napa Valley, we love...
By Dr. Epic
Review: Happy to support Watch Duty– an Invaluable service
I became a Watch Duty member last year -happy to make an additional donation to keep the site operating. Thank...
By Sonoma Co member