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Bobcat Lakes Fire

"Rapid overnight growth."

5,514
Acres
0%
Contained
250
Personnel

Situation Summary

The Bobcat Lakes wildfire in Montana is an active and rapidly growing fire, driven by wind and exhibiting group torching and spotting behavior.

Official source description: 12 Miles E from Wisdom, MT

Current Fire Behavior

Active; Wind Driven Runs; Group Torching; Spotting

Intelligence Timeline

Sat, Aug 8 - 11:40 PM Source: NIFC
5,514 acres
0% cont.
Sat, Aug 8 - 12:00 AM Source: NIFC
4,807 acres
0% cont.
Fri, Aug 7 - 7:13 AM Source: NIFC
2,704 acres
0% cont.
Thu, Aug 6 - 8:32 PM Source: NIFC
1,829 acres
0% cont.

Location

Public Safety & Travel

Community Threats

No information available.

Travel Impact

No information available.

Preparedness Advice

Residents in the area should be prepared to evacuate and follow instructions from local authorities.

IRWIN ID: {801A448C-B5B4-4DCC-BAE2-CEF8FEDBB2A6}

Discovered: Jul 31, 2026

Cause: Undetermined

Managing Agency: USFS

Est. Cost to Date: $2,222,270

Coordinates: 45.6368, -113.2039

Frequently Asked Questions

How many acres has the Bobcat Lakes Fire burned?

The Bobcat Lakes Fire has burned 5,514 acres as of August 8, 2026.

Is the Bobcat Lakes Fire contained?

The Bobcat Lakes Fire has not yet reached any official containment.

What caused the Bobcat Lakes Fire?

The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.

Where is the Bobcat Lakes Fire located?

The Bobcat Lakes Fire is burning in Beaverhead, MT.

Is the Bobcat Lakes Fire still active?

Yes, as of the latest official update, the Bobcat Lakes Fire remains active.

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