"The fire’s swift growth from 50 to over 500 acres in a single day highlights the potential for rapid escalation in natural ignition events, underscoring the importance of early detection and rapid response. Full containment within four days demonstrates effective resource allocation and fire suppression tactics."
The Beaver Creek wildfire, located 8 miles northeast of Ashland in Powder River County, Montana, was first discovered on September 10, 2026, at 11:27:28. The fire, caused by natural factors, rapidly expanded from 50 acres to 505 acres within the first 12 hours, prompting the deployment of 40 personnel and a moderate fire behavior classification. By September 11, the blaze had contracted to 456.8 acres, remaining uncontained but still moderate in behavior. On September 14, the fire was fully contained at 456.8 acres, with minimal activity reported, and the estimated cost remained at $10,000.
Official source description: 8 Miles NE from Ashland, MT
Minimal
The fire is now fully contained with minimal behavior; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised, but no immediate evacuation or shelter-in-place orders are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {BD349F83-70A3-4FC9-BCE4-57BFE1D91EAB}
Discovered: Sep 10, 2026
Cause: Natural
Est. Cost to Date: $10,000
Coordinates: 45.721, -106.0391
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The Beaver Creek Fire has burned 457 acres as of September 14, 2026.
Yes, the Beaver Creek Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Beaver Creek Fire is burning in Powder River, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Beaver Creek Fire remains active.
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