The Great Fire, 1910
The Great Fire of 1910, also known as the Big Burn, was a forest fire that burned over three million acres of land in the Northern Rockies of the United States.
- It was the largest wildfire in U.S. history, and it killed 87 people, mostly firefighters.
- The fire started on August 20, 1910, when a combination of high winds and low humidity caused a number of smaller fires to merge into one giant firestorm.
- The fire spread rapidly, and by the end of the day, it had burned over 1 million acres.
- On August 21, the fire continued to rage, and it eventually reached the town of Wallace, Idaho.
- The town was evacuated, but the fire destroyed the entire east end of Wallace. The fire also destroyed several other towns, and it caused widespread damage to forests and wildlife.
People Also View:
Top 10 Largest Wildfires in History
Wildfires are a natural part of many ecosystems, but they can also be devastating. Wildfires have become more frequent, intense, and destructive due to climate change. In 2020 alone, there were 10.3 million acres burned in the United States, the highest number since records began in 1983. The fires caused an estimated $20 billion in damage and destroyed over 10,000 homes.
In this article, we will look into the list of the top 10 largest wildfires in history.
Contact Us