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Automated summary generated: Nov 3, 2026 04:05 UTC. It may lag behind the report and is not an official alert.
The Carson Creek wildfire was discovered on August 14, 2026, in Hutchinson County, Texas, and is caused by natural factors. The incident, managed by the SFS agency, grew to 14 acres by August 20, 2026, and was fully contained within a week of its discovery. Fire behavior remained minimal throughout the brief timeline, and no additional personnel or costs were reported. The rapid containment reflects effective response and favorable conditions. The incident remains fully contained as of the latest report.
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Latest available source report: Aug 20, 2026 21:55 UTC. This is the report date, not confirmation of current fire conditions.
There are not enough distinct dated measurements to establish a documented progression for this incident.
| Report date (UTC) | Acres | Containment | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 21:55 | 14 | 100.0% | NIFC |
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NIFC fire information and official resources βIRWIN ID: {403C027D-ED81-492A-987F-F6CFB5C64627}
Discovered: Aug 14, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 35.8466, -101.1684
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The Carson Creek Fire has burned 14 acres as of August 20, 2026.
Yes, the Carson Creek Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Carson Creek Fire is burning in Hutchinson, TX.
The Carson Creek Fire currently meets our U.S. incident tracking criteria. This does not confirm current fire behavior.
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