A brief bout of rain Monday couldn't stop the fires, which have taken advantage of strong winds, low humidity and moderate to long-term drought conditions.

The states are dry or under drought, and a burn ban is in place because of conditions that can cause wildfires to spread.

Rural Fire Service information line: 1800 679 737 Note: On occasion Fire Danger Ratings may not adhere to FBI thresholds above due to agency discretion in setting FDRs.