"Although the fire is relatively small at 27 acres, its recent growth and lack of containment highlight the need for continued monitoring and potential resource deployment."
The Benton 192 wildfire was discovered on September 5, 2026, near Benton County, Arkansas, at 18:38:57 local time. As of the latest update on September 6, 2026, the fire has burned 27 acres with no containment reported and the cause remains undetermined. The incident is under the jurisdiction of an unspecified agency, and no personnel or cost estimates have been released. The fire’s behavior is currently unknown, but the lack of containment suggests it is still actively spreading. Over the brief timeline, the fire has grown to 27 acres without any containment progress reported.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Springdale (Springdale-Fayetteville-Bentonville). Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed about local fire conditions, follow any evacuation orders, and keep a safe distance from the fire perimeter.
IRWIN ID: {2882D660-8A5E-445E-859A-9CC7AB886ED3}
Discovered: Sep 5, 2026
Cause: Undetermined (remarks required)
Coordinates: 36.3602, -94.0067
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The Benton 192 Fire has burned 27 acres as of September 6, 2026.
The Benton 192 Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined (remarks required).
The Benton 192 Fire is burning in Benton, AR.
No, the Benton 192 Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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