"This fire is notable for its rapid detection and the fact that it has already consumed 18 acres within a few hours of discovery, highlighting the potential for quick expansion in the region."
The Burnett Gulch wildfire, located in Larimer County, Colorado, was discovered on September 7, 2026, at 11:44:31 local time. As of the latest update at 13:20:07, the fire has burned 18 acres and remains uncontained, with no containment percentage reported. The cause is undetermined and the United States Forest Service is the jurisdictional agency. Current fire behavior and weather conditions are not reported, and no personnel or estimated cost information is available. The incident remains active with no further updates on growth or containment since the initial report.
General wildfire safety guidance applies; remain aware of local advisories and avoid the area if possible.
IRWIN ID: {5BEB4DCD-2178-4DF6-9401-156D9B3CD997}
Discovered: Sep 7, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFS
Coordinates: 40.2893, -105.306
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The Burnett Gulch Fire has burned 18 acres as of September 7, 2026.
The Burnett Gulch Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Burnett Gulch Fire is burning in Larimer, CO.
No, the Burnett Gulch Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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