"Although the fire is relatively small, its recent ignition and lack of containment highlight the need for vigilance in the area, especially given the human cause and potential for rapid spread under favorable conditions."
The BRONCO wildfire was discovered on September 14, 2026, near 36.4013°N, 96.3499°W in Osage County, Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is the jurisdictional agency, and the fire is human‑caused. As of the latest update on September 15, the blaze has burned 23.1 acres and remains uncontained, with no personnel or cost information reported. The incident is still active, and no further growth or containment data are available in the current timeline.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Tulsa. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed of local fire updates, avoid outdoor activities that could spark fires, and be prepared to evacuate if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {F56AF060-978C-4B9F-B03D-D7FB28E21D8A}
Discovered: Sep 14, 2026
Cause: Human
Managing Agency: BIA
Coordinates: 36.4013, -96.3499
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The BRONCO Fire has burned 23 acres as of September 15, 2026.
The BRONCO Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The BRONCO Fire is burning in Osage, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the BRONCO Fire remains active.
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