All lanes of 495 north shut down in Middleboro due to brush fire in the median

All lanes on 495 northbound have been shut down in Middleboro due to a brush fire in the median.

• Apr 13, 2023

Massachusetts fire towers fully staffed as wildfires pop up across state

The height of the towers allows fire officials to spot smoke early, so that ground crews have a fighting chance.

• Apr 11, 2023

DCR fire tower operators on alert amid dry conditions

The Massachusetts Forest Fire Control Program has 42 towers staffed due to dozens of wildfires. WBZ-TV’s Christina Hager reports.

• Apr 11, 2023

WBZ News update for April 10

Winning weather week; Church fire on Easter; MBTA’s New GM; Plymouth brush fire

• Apr 10, 2023

Brush fire burns 30 acres in Gloucester

Crews worked for most of the day trying to extinguish the blaze.

• Apr 8, 2023

Brush fire burns 30 acres in Gloucester

No damages or injuries were reported.

• Apr 8, 2023

Wind-driven fires burn in Attleboro, Burlington, Weston

The shocking, scorched damage from wind-fueled flames in Attleboro, Burlington, and Weston, is giving a glimpse of the brush fire season ahead.

• Apr 7, 2023

Strong winds fuel fires in Weston as Red Flag Warning issued

Two fires burned in Weston Friday afternoon, garnering a massive firefighter response.

• Apr 7, 2023

Tree falling on power lines sparks brush fire near Natick Mall

WBZ TV's Ken MacLeod reports.

• Mar 26, 2023

WBZ News update for February 20

Station Nightclub fire anniversary; State Trooper hit by car; Auburn brush fire; NEXT Weather forecast

• Feb 20, 2023

Boxford brush fire sparked by embers from woodstove

A brush fire in Boxford over the weekend was sparked by embers from a woodstove that reignited.

• Nov 28, 2022

Breakheart Reservation partially reopening Friday

Breakheart Reservation in Saugus is partially reopening today following brush fires.

• Sep 2, 2022

Helicopter drops water on Saugus brush fire

Watch a helicopter drop water on the Breakheart Reservation fire in Saugus.

• Aug 24, 2022

Breakheart Reservation closed until further notice due to brush fire

Despite recent rain, the fire at Breakheart Reservation​ in Saugus is still burning Tuesday night.

• Aug 23, 2022

Drone used to help fight brush fires in Lynn

Lynn firefighters are getting a bird's-eye view of the large-scale brush fires in Lynn Woods Reservation.

• Aug 22, 2022

Drones used to help fight brush fires in Massachusetts

Firefighters are using drones to help battle brush fires in Lynn. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.

• Aug 22, 2022

Fire continues to burn in Lynn Woods Reservation

The fire chief said it's the most extensive brush fire he's seen in his career. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.

• Aug 21, 2022

Smoke from Marlboro brush fire seen in surrounding towns

Boxboro warned residents that smoke in the area is from a Marlboro fire.

• Aug 20, 2022

Massachusetts National Guard activated to help fight Rockport brush fire

WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.

• Aug 18, 2022

Townsend residents warned of possible smoke smell from brush fire

A brush fire in Townsend is expected to burn for several more days.

• Jul 11, 2022

Leominster brush fire causes backups on Route 2

A brush fire along Route 2 stopped traffic in Leominster.

• Jun 30, 2022

White Mountain National Forest brush fire fully contained

A massive brush fire in White Mountain National Forest that started Monday is now fully contained.

• May 15, 2022

Part of Appalachian Trail in NH closed due to 48-acre brush fire

Part of the Appalachian Trail in New Hampshire is closed as crews continued working Wednesday night to contain a 48-acre brush fire in White Mountain National Forest.

• May 12, 2022

Campfire sparks 45-acre brush fire in White Mountain National Forest

Crews on Tuesday were battling an estimated 45-acre brush fire in New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest.

• May 11, 2022