"This fire is notable for its rapid growth to 85 acres within a few days and the lack of containment information, indicating a potentially evolving threat to local resources and ecosystems. The involvement of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service highlights its significance to federal land management."
The 0505N wildfire was discovered on September 11, 2026, near Chesterfield County, South Carolina, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. As of the latest update on September 15, 2026, the fire has burned 85 acres with no official containment percentage reported. The cause remains undetermined, and no specific fire behavior or weather conditions have been documented. The incident has not yet been merged into another fire and remains an active incident with no deactivation date. The situation has evolved from its initial discovery to a 85-acre burn area, but containment progress and resource deployment details are not yet available.
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and follow any evacuation orders or advisories issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
IRWIN ID: {56C1254B-CFD4-4475-9DC3-96E966E4B32F}
Discovered: Sep 11, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFWS
Coordinates: 34.6278, -80.2539
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The 0505N Fire has burned 85 acres as of September 15, 2026.
The 0505N Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The 0505N Fire is burning in Chesterfield, SC.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the 0505N Fire remains active.
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