"This fire is notable for its swift containment—achieving 100% containment within roughly 1.5 hours of discovery—demonstrating effective emergency response and minimal impact on the surrounding area."
The Bowie 8076 wildfire was discovered on September 4, 2026, at 17:43:31 in Bowie County, Texas, near latitude 33.4371 and longitude -94.5091. The incident, managed by the SFS jurisdictional agency, quickly grew to 10 acres but was fully contained by 19:00:04 the same day, with no further updates indicating additional spread or changes in containment. The cause remains undetermined, and no personnel or cost estimates have been released. The fire’s behavior was not reported, but the rapid containment suggests limited activity.
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Shreveport. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is fully contained and no immediate threat is reported. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but no specific evacuation or shelter instructions are needed at this time.
IRWIN ID: {A1261D57-BC85-49EE-8FDF-DF610A8091B3}
Discovered: Sep 4, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 33.4371, -94.5091
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The Bowie 8076 Fire has burned 10 acres as of September 4, 2026.
Yes, the Bowie 8076 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Bowie 8076 Fire is burning in Bowie, TX.
No, the Bowie 8076 Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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