"This fire is notable due to its moderate to minimal fire behavior and the resources committed to contain it, with 27 personnel assigned to the incident."
The Canadian River wildfire is located in Oldham County, Texas, approximately 1 mile south of Boys Ranch. The fire was discovered on August 8, 2026, and is currently 330 acres in size, with 100% containment as of August 10, 2026. The fire's cause is undetermined. The fire behavior has transitioned from moderate to minimal, with 27 personnel assigned to the incident. The estimated cost of the incident is $0.
Official source description: 1 Miles S from Boys Ranch, TX
Minimal
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Amarillo. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire is currently contained and the fire behavior is minimal.
IRWIN ID: {34BAB38D-171E-471B-B2BC-1D7492AA3130}
Discovered: Aug 8, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 35.5216, -102.2495
Other wildfires that have recently been contained or dropped from official tracking in TX.
The Canadian River Fire has burned 330 acres as of August 10, 2026.
Yes, the Canadian River Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Canadian River Fire is burning in Oldham, TX.
No, the Canadian River Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
Real-time map, acreage, and containment for every major U.S. wildfire, updated from official NIFC data.
View Live Map →