"This fire is notable for its large size—over 17,000 acres—and the extended period required to achieve full containment, reflecting the challenges of managing a natural wildfire in a remote area. The sustained deployment of up to 219 personnel and a cost approaching $22 million underscores the significant resources needed to control such events."
The 0500 COYOTE wildfire, located 5 miles south of Post, Oregon in Crook County, was discovered on July 16, 2026 and is a natural‑ignition event. By August 6, the fire had burned 17,448 acres and was 89% contained, with 219 personnel on the scene. Over the next month the acreage remained largely stable, fluctuating between 15,000 and 17,460 acres, while containment slowly increased from 89% to 96% and eventually reached 100% on October 3. Fire behavior remained minimal throughout, with occasional smoldering, creeping, and isolated torching noted, and the estimated cost rose from $19.4 million to $21.9 million as resources were deployed. The incident was managed by the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) with no specific jurisdictional agency listed.
Official source description: 5 Miles S from POST, OR
Minimal; Creeping; Single Tree Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Prineville. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire remains minimal in behavior and is fully contained. Residents in the vicinity should remain vigilant for any potential ember activity, but no evacuation or sheltering is currently required.
IRWIN ID: {E602A548-46C4-4074-A213-3E7C70FA9444}
Discovered: Jul 16, 2026
Cause: Natural
Est. Cost to Date: $21,940,898
Coordinates: 44.1, -120.4927
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The 0500 COYOTE Fire has burned 17,460 acres as of October 3, 2026.
Yes, the 0500 COYOTE Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The 0500 COYOTE Fire is burning in Crook, OR.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the 0500 COYOTE Fire remains active.
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