Developed by Michael Kureth and hosted on firerebuild.com, the Fire Map App is a powerful, data-driven resource for navigating the impact and history of California wildfires. It is an indispensable tool for residents, recovery efforts, and researchers seeking detailed, timely information on fire incidents and their aftermath.
Key Features
- Detailed Structure Investigation:
The app allows users to investigate all structures affected by the most recent major incidents, including the 2024 Franklin Fire, the 2025 Palisades Fire, and the 2025 Eaton Fire, providing specific details on damage and status. - Historical Fire and Burn Scar Comparison:
Access a comprehensive database to compare previous fire perimeters and burn scars from all recorded California fires since 2017, offering critical context for land management and risk assessment. - Fire Status Updates:
Review each minute fire status data provided directly by Cal Fire for the 2024 Franklin Fire, 2025 Palisades Fire, and 2025 Eaton Fire.