"This fire is notable due to the resources committed, with an estimated cost of $1,264,000 and 18 personnel involved in its management."
The Cecil wildfire is located in the Yukon-Koyukuk county of Alaska, approximately 64.73° N latitude and 155.15° W longitude. The fire is reported to be 701.66 acres in size and is 100% contained. The fire was discovered on June 26, 2026, and is believed to be of natural cause. The fire behavior is currently minimal, with some smoldering, creeping, and isolated torching. The fire is being managed by the Alaska National Guard.
Official source description: 10 Miles SE from Ruby, AK
Minimal; Smoldering; Creeping; Isolated Torching
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire behavior is currently minimal.
IRWIN ID: {C355C929-BB63-49DC-86D0-DD7B74F40309}
Discovered: Jun 26, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: ANC
Est. Cost to Date: $1,264,000
Coordinates: 64.7313, -155.1541
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The Cecil Fire has burned 702 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the Cecil Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Cecil Fire is burning in Yukon-Koyukuk, AK.
No, the Cecil Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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