"The fire’s rapid growth and swift containment—reaching 95% containment within four days—demonstrate effective firefighting response and resource allocation. The incident’s human-caused origin underscores the importance of fire prevention measures in the region."
The Calvary Creek wildfire, located in Washita County, Oklahoma, was discovered on September 15, 2026, and is currently active. The fire has grown from 815 acres on September 16 to 905.9 acres by September 17, with containment increasing from 5% to 95% over the course of the incident. Human activity is listed as the cause, and the jurisdictional agency is not specified. Fire behavior has shifted from active flanking to moderate smoldering and single tree torching, and now to minimal smoldering with single tree torching. Personnel numbers have decreased from 10 to 5 as containment improved, and the estimated cost rose modestly from $37,467 to $38,152.
Official source description: 4 Miles E from Rocky, OK
Minimal; Smoldering; Single Tree Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Lawton. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
With the fire now minimally smoldering and 95% contained, general wildfire safety precautions remain advised, including staying clear of the fire perimeter and monitoring local updates for any changes in behavior.
IRWIN ID: {793F4A9D-747D-4EEE-B8EE-E99CDBD09A87}
Discovered: Sep 15, 2026
Cause: Human
Est. Cost to Date: $38,152
Coordinates: 35.1581, -98.9881
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The Calvary Creek Fire has burned 906 acres as of September 19, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Calvary Creek Fire is 95% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The Calvary Creek Fire is burning in Washita, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Calvary Creek Fire remains active.
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