"This fire is notable for its rapid containment—achieving 100% containment immediately upon reporting—despite covering over 100 acres. The swift response and minimal behavior highlight effective firefighting efforts in the region."
The Attala Hwy 440 wildfire, located in Attala County, Mississippi, was discovered on September 17, 2026, at 00:45 UTC. As of the latest update at 15:40 UTC, the fire has burned 105 acres and is 100% contained, with minimal fire behavior reported. The incident was caused by an undetermined source and is under the jurisdiction of an unspecified agency. The fire was first reported by NIFC and has remained stable since its initial detection, with no further growth or containment changes noted in the timeline.
Official source description: 8 Miles S from Vaiden, MS
Minimal
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Jackson. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and fully contained, so no immediate evacuation or special precautions are required. General wildfire safety guidance still applies in the area.
IRWIN ID: {663963C0-1E87-458E-91C4-0DBC81CD2373}
Discovered: Sep 17, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $21,000
Coordinates: 33.2097, -89.7336
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The Attala Hwy 440 Fire has burned 105 acres as of September 17, 2026.
Yes, the Attala Hwy 440 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Attala Hwy 440 Fire is burning in Attala, MS.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Attala Hwy 440 Fire remains active.
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