Five towns have declared a state of emergency. They include Boxford, Middleton, North Reading, North Andover, and Danvers. More than 500 acres were scorched during a blaze this week at Boxford State Forest.

With rain in the forecast, we may finally see an end to the wildfires that have burned in Massachusetts this fall. Here are five takeaways from an expert on how to stay safe during these fires

A wildfire is expected to affect air quality in Dutchess County, firefighters and state officials said. Smoke is spreading from the Butternut Forest Fire in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, said the Union Vale Fire Department in Dutchess County.

A major brush fire erupted at Blue Hills Reservation on Monday night, and crews continued to battle the blaze Tuesday. The fire sparked Monday night near Houghton's Pond and quickly grew to more than 40 acres off Hillside Street, according to Wicked Local partner WCVB Channel 5.

Thursday's rain may help prevent new fires in Massachusetts, but it'll take more of a soaking to get the state out of the danger zone when it comes to the already burning wildfires.

Thursday's rain is a welcome sight for crews battling dozens of brush fires across Massachusetts. While the rain is helpful, it's not entirely wiping out the wildfire threat.

Thursday's rain is a welcome sight for crews battling dozens of brush fires across Massachusetts. A fire in Blue Hills Reservation has charred about 50 acres and is about 50% contained. Hillside Street from Blue Hill River Road to Unquity and Chickatawbut roads is closed,