"This incident is notable for its rapid expansion—over 9,700 acres in just 15 days—and the substantial resources committed, including 37 personnel and nearly $800,000 in estimated costs, before achieving full containment."
The Camp Creek wildfire, located 25 miles northeast of Seeley Lake in Powell County, Montana, was first discovered on August 21, 2026, and is a natural‑cause fire under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. The fire rapidly expanded from 15 acres on August 22 to a peak of 9,725 acres by September 5, with a brief plateau thereafter. Containment remained at 0% until September 16, when it reached 99% and was declared 100% contained on September 17. Throughout its evolution, the fire exhibited active uphill runs and spotting early on, then shifted to flanking, backing, and creeping behavior, eventually settling into minimal smoldering and creeping activity as containment progressed. Personnel peaked at 37 on August 28, and estimated costs climbed from $50,000 to $785,615 as the fire grew and resources were deployed.
Official source description: 25 Miles NE from Seeley Lake, MT
Minimal; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Seeley Lake. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and smoldering with 100% containment; general wildfire safety precautions remain advised, but no immediate evacuation or fire restrictions are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {CF6B7836-AC84-4CC3-8725-058927BB4052}
Discovered: Aug 21, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $785,615
Coordinates: 47.4277, -113.0993
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The Camp Creek Fire has burned 9,725 acres as of September 17, 2026.
Yes, the Camp Creek Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Camp Creek Fire is burning in Powell, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Camp Creek Fire remains active.
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