The Border 2 wildfire in Whatcom County, Washington, has been actively spreading with various fire behaviors, including flanking, backing, and uphill runs, with no containment as of the latest update.
Official source description: 36 Miles NE from Marblemount, WA
Active; Flanking; Backing; Single Tree Torching
Residents in the surrounding areas should remain vigilant and follow official updates for any potential evacuation orders or travel restrictions.
IRWIN ID: {A60CA689-BD59-4A2D-9BDC-CC551CEAFCA4}
Discovered: Jul 17, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: NPS
Est. Cost to Date: $1,802,875
Coordinates: 48.9982, -121.0277
The Border 2 Fire has burned 8,866 acres as of August 8, 2026.
The Border 2 Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Border 2 Fire is burning in Whatcom, WA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Border 2 Fire remains active.
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