"This fire demonstrates a rapid containment trajectory, achieving full containment within five days of discovery while maintaining a moderate to minimal fire behavior. The swift response and effective resource deployment highlight successful wildfire management in a rural Oklahoma setting."
The Crumb Creek wildfire, located 2 miles northwest of Stanley in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma, was discovered on August 31, 2026. By September 2, it had burned 260 acres and was 40% contained, with 10 personnel on the scene and a moderate, backing, creeping fire behavior. Over the next few days containment improved steadily—75% by September 3 and 85% by September 4—while the fire size remained unchanged. The incident was declared fully contained on September 7, with 100% containment and minimal, backing, creeping behavior reported. The cause is listed as natural, and no jurisdictional agency is specified.
Official source description: 2 Miles NW from Stanley, OK
Minimal; Backing; Creeping
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: McAlester. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is fully contained and exhibiting minimal behavior; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised, but no immediate evacuation or sheltering is required.
IRWIN ID: {E3D15F67-DEBA-4CAE-A7A7-8972C16DE953}
Discovered: Aug 31, 2026
Cause: Natural
Est. Cost to Date: $5,698
Coordinates: 34.5297, -95.5078
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The Crumb Creek Fire has burned 260 acres as of September 7, 2026.
Yes, the Crumb Creek Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Crumb Creek Fire is burning in Pushmataha, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Crumb Creek Fire remains active.
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