wild
fire
Plural
wildfires
1
a large fire that spreads fast and causes much destruction
- The wildfire spread rapidly through the dry forest due to strong winds.
- Firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the wildfire threatening nearby homes.
- Climate change has intensified wildfire seasons, leading to more frequent and severe fires.
- Evacuation orders were issued as the wildfire approached populated areas.
- Aerial firefighting efforts were deployed to suppress the wildfire from spreading further.