"The rapid growth to 130 acres and the substantial 60% containment achieved in a short time frame highlight the effectiveness of the response, while the human cause underscores the importance of fire prevention measures in the region."
The Cedar Hollow wildfire, located 12 miles northeast of Tahlequah in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, was discovered on September 22, 2026 at 10:30 PM. As of the latest update on September 23, 2026, the fire has burned 130 acres and is 60% contained, with 13 personnel actively managing the blaze. The fire is classified as human‑caused and is currently exhibiting minimal behavior under the jurisdiction of an unspecified agency. Over the course of the timeline, the fire has grown to 130 acres and has seen a significant containment effort, reaching 60% containment within a day of its discovery.
Official source description: 12 Miles NE from Tahlequah, OK
Minimal
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Stilwell. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Maintain vigilance for any changes in fire behavior; stay informed through local authorities and avoid the area if advised.
IRWIN ID: {91108FC9-6B48-4A39-9B8A-FCD66774D5BE}
Discovered: Sep 22, 2026
Cause: Human
Est. Cost to Date: $8,416
Coordinates: 36.0231, -94.8708
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The Cedar Hollow Fire has burned 130 acres as of September 23, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Cedar Hollow Fire is 60% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The Cedar Hollow Fire is burning in Cherokee, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Cedar Hollow Fire remains active.
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