"The fire’s rapid expansion from 20 to 117 acres in less than 8 hours, combined with the swift containment to 100% within 30 hours, highlights the effectiveness of the response by the SFS agency and the importance of early detection and rapid deployment of resources."
The Feed Mill wildfire, located in Anderson County, Texas, was discovered on September 17, 2026, at 18:06:58. The incident, caused by power generation/transmission/distribution, was initially 20 acres with 0% containment. Within the first hour it grew to 30 acres, then surged to 85 acres by 21:00, still uncontained. Containment efforts began to show results at 21:40 with 50% containment, rising to 60% by 22:40 and 65% by 01:20 the next day. The fire expanded to 117 acres by 01:40, but containment improved to 90% by 02:40 and reached 100% by 03:40. The incident was fully contained by 01:20 on September 19, with 15 personnel on the scene and an estimated cost of $0.
Official source description: 15 Miles NW from Palestine, TX
Moderate
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Tyler-Longview-Marshall. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and poses no immediate threat. General wildfire safety guidance still applies in the area, and residents should remain aware of any potential re-ignition or ember activity.
IRWIN ID: {DD239807-DEE2-4363-8FDC-16C07686B178}
Discovered: Sep 17, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 31.8277, -95.9158
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The Feed Mill Fire has burned 117 acres as of September 19, 2026.
Yes, the Feed Mill Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Feed Mill Fire is burning in Anderson, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Feed Mill Fire remains active.
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