BIRMINGHAM Fire Today — Emergency crews are responding to a significant fire reported in the Birmingham, Alabama, area on September 28, 2026. A large plume of smoke has been visible in the area as firefighters work at the scene. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel are actively responding.
The incident has prompted a substantial emergency response as firefighters assess the situation and work to bring the fire under control. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service is the city’s primary fire and emergency response agency.
The large smoke plume has drawn attention from residents in and around Birmingham. Smoke can travel beyond the immediate fire area depending on wind conditions, making it difficult to determine the precise location of a fire based solely on what can be seen from a distance.
A separate large brush fire is also burning at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, south of Birmingham. Crews from the Pelham Fire Department, Alabama State Parks and the Alabama Forestry Commission are responding to the fire, which is located on a ridge in the back portion of the park near County Road 11.
Officials said the Oak Mountain fire was caused by a lightning strike the previous week. Firefighters had previously contained and extinguished the blaze, but it reportedly reignited overnight. The fire is burning in rugged terrain, while the park remains open and the affected area is away from park offices and other amenities.
No confirmed injuries have been reported in connection with the Oak Mountain fire, and officials have not provided an estimate of property damage. Information about the separate north Birmingham smoke report also remains limited as firefighters continue their response.
The Birmingham-area fire reports remain developing. Residents should avoid approaching active fire scenes and allow emergency vehicles unrestricted access to affected areas. Additional information is expected as crews continue working to control the incidents and assess any potential hazards.
