Wildfires are a common natural disaster that may seriously harm infrastructure, human lives, and ecosystems all over the world. Since 2016, there have been some of the most costly years for wildfire-related economic and insurance losses; from 2013 to 2022, wildfires cost USD 98.87 billion in worldwide economic losses and USD 69.92 billion in insured losses (adjusted to USD 2023). This review includes information on the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies of wildfire. The main causes of wildfires might be human activities, such as arson or accidental igniting, or natural events, like lightning strikes. Many areas have shown that wildfire frequency and intensity are influenced by climate change, which is linked to rising temperatures and prolonged droughts. Wildfires have wide-ranging and complex effects. They may cause ecosystems to change, biodiversity to disappear, and habitats to be destroyed. Because they destroy property, infrastructure, and natural resources, wildfires cause significant financial losses. In addition, the inhalation of smoke can lead to respiratory issues and force communities to quit their homes, both of which are major health hazards associated with wildfires.

Homeowners in the wild land–urban interface need to be ready for wildfires that could endanger their properties. Certain protocols and strategies can be put in place to prepare for wildfires as more people relocate to these areas. Defensible areas, growing vegetation resistant to fire, fire-retardant building materials, and sprinklers to prevent the spread of the fire are some of these measures. In conclusion, wildfires are serious disasters that extensively affect economies, human lives, and ecosystems. Societies may try to lessen the frequency and severity of wildfires; save lives and livelihoods; and preserve our natural environment by being aware of the causes, effects, and suitable mitigation techniques.