Two people were injured in a major house fire in the Wolf Trap area this morning (Thursday) amid a warning of elevated fire danger for Northern Virginia.
Firefighters were dispatched to the 1900 block of Hunter Mill Road around 10:13 a.m. for the fire at a single-family home. Upon arriving, responders observed “a large volume of fire,” per scanner traffic, and smoke from the blaze could reportedly be seen from Tysons.
“Firefighters are working to bring the fire under control,” the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department said on social media just before noon. “2 civilians evaluated for non-life-threatening injuries.”
No firefighter injuries have been reported. As of press time, Hunter Mill Road remains closed between Hunter Station Road and Lawyers Road.
#FairfaxsBravest are on scene of a house fire in the 1900 blk of Hunter Mill Rd in Vienna. Firefighters are working to bring the fire under control. 2 civilians evaluated for non-life-threatening injuries. No FF injuries. Hunter Mill Rd closed between Lawyers & Hunter Station Rd. pic.twitter.com/2urbvoE9Zi
— Fairfax County Fire/Rescue (@ffxfirerescue) November 13, 2025
According to scanner traffic, several fire and medical units were also dispatched around 10:52 a.m. to a house fire in the 7200 block of Deveraux Court in the Hayfield area near Kingstowne.
Upon arriving, responders reported that there was no visible fire, but they detected “a strong electrical smell” and encountered the home’s sole occupant, who had evacuated, per the scanner.
“We have quite a bit of smoke,” a firefighter reported when investigating the basement, indicating that the fire could be coming from a utility room.
A mix of dry conditions, strong winds and low humidity has increased the risk of wildfires in Northern Virginia, including Fairfax County, today, prompting the National Weather Service to issue elevated fire danger warning for the area that’s scheduled to stay in place through 5 p.m.
🔥Elevated Fire Danger Today🔥Dry conditions, gusty winds, & low humidity are creating an elevated threat for fires through this evening. Wind gusts 25–30mph increase the risk for the rapid fire spread.
🚭Don’t toss cigarette butts/matches
⚙️Avoid using equipment that can spark pic.twitter.com/zswubNZY1D— Fairfax County Fire/Rescue (@ffxfirerescue) November 13, 2025
Community members are advised to properly dispose of any flammable items, including cigarette butts and matches, and to avoid using outdoor equipment that could create sparks.
“Any small spark can start a fire that spreads fast,” Fairfax County said in an emergency blog post. “Dry grass, dead leaves and tree litter will ignite easily in these conditions. Once a fire starts, strong winds will push it quickly across the ground.”
The full elevated fire warning is below.
…ELEVATED FIRE DANGER FOR EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA, NORTHERN AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA, AND MOST OF MARYLAND THROUGH 5PM TODAY…
The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 10 percent relative humidities around 25 to 35 percent, and wind gusts around 25 to 30 mph, and up to 40 mph on exposed ridges, will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires today. This is also being paired with poor overnight recoveries at elevations above 1500 feet, which may even further enhance the threat in those areas.
Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly.
Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website.
