"This fire is notable for its rapid ignition and immediate spread to over 38 acres within a day, highlighting the potential for human-caused incidents to quickly grow in the region."
The CALUMET COTTONWOOD wildfire was discovered on September 8, 2026, near the Canadian County area of Oklahoma at latitude 35.5333 and longitude -98.1108. As of the latest update on September 9, 2026, the fire has burned 38.5 acres with no containment reported. The incident is classified as a human-caused fire, and jurisdictional responsibility is not specified. Current fire behavior and weather conditions are not reported, but the fire remains active and has not yet been contained.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Oklahoma City. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed of local fire updates, avoid outdoor activities in fire-prone areas, and be prepared to evacuate if instructed by authorities.
IRWIN ID: {3205C02E-08E4-43FF-9B8F-A0981B2B94FC}
Discovered: Sep 8, 2026
Cause: Human
Coordinates: 35.5333, -98.1108
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The CALUMET COTTONWOOD Fire has burned 39 acres as of September 9, 2026.
The CALUMET COTTONWOOD Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The CALUMET COTTONWOOD Fire is burning in Canadian, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the CALUMET COTTONWOOD Fire remains active.
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