"This fire is notable due to the resources committed, with 102 personnel and an estimated cost of $650,000."
The 18 Mile wildfire is located in Elko County, Nevada, and was discovered on July 13, 2026. The fire is currently 1,326 acres in size and is 100% contained. The fire is being managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The fire behavior is minimal with some smoldering and isolated torching. The fire has not grown in size since its discovery, and containment has remained at 100% since August 6, 2026.
Official source description: 21 Miles N from Montello, NV
Minimal; Smoldering; Isolated Torching
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire is currently minimal with some smoldering and isolated torching, and is 100% contained.
IRWIN ID: {34A26F39-DD96-4441-A3F0-94069A158A28}
Discovered: Jul 13, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $650,000
Coordinates: 41.5647, -114.2673
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The 18 Mile Fire has burned 1,326 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the 18 Mile Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The 18 Mile Fire is burning in Elko, NV.
No, the 18 Mile Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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