"The fire’s rapid growth to 280 acres within a short time frame highlights its potential threat to the surrounding area, especially given the lack of containment data and undetermined cause."
The Cora Creek wildfire was discovered on September 2, 2026, at 22:31:34 in Cascade County, Montana. As of the latest update on September 3, 2026, the fire has burned 280 acres and no containment percentage has been reported. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and no jurisdictional agency has been identified. Current fire behavior and weather conditions are not available, so the situation remains largely unknown beyond the acreage burned. The incident is still active, with no further updates on containment or resource deployment.
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Great Falls. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies; stay informed through local authorities and avoid the area if possible.
IRWIN ID: {D9EE1AA2-AA61-4216-9212-7D15C24B0ADF}
Discovered: Sep 2, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 47.3517, -110.8705
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The Cora Creek Fire has burned 280 acres as of September 3, 2026.
The Cora Creek Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Cora Creek Fire is burning in Cascade, MT.
No, the Cora Creek Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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