"The fire’s rapid growth to 1,000 acres in just a few hours and the swift containment effort—reaching 100% containment within 48 hours—highlight effective resource deployment by the San Felipe State Forest (SFS) agency."
The Dos Pistolas wildfire, located 15 miles southwest of Falfurrias, Texas in Brooks County, was discovered on August 11, 2026. By August 12, the fire had expanded to 600 acres and was 40% contained, growing to 1,000 acres and 70% contained within two hours. Over the next 48 hours the fire remained at 1,000 acres while containment increased steadily from 70% to 100% by August 14, with personnel rising from 21 to 27. The fire behavior shifted from active to moderate, torching and spotting, and finally to minimal activity, while the incident was deactivated on August 31. The incident remains fully contained as of the latest update on September 7, 2026.
Official source description: 15 Miles SW from Falfurrias, TX
Moderate; Torching; Spotting
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Brownsville-McAllen. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and exhibiting minimal behavior; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised for the surrounding area.
IRWIN ID: {D14A7535-3F66-447C-AE81-98786E5D90AE}
Discovered: Aug 11, 2026
Cause: Debris and open burning
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 27.1044, -98.3572
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The Dos Pistolas Fire has burned 1,000 acres as of September 7, 2026.
Yes, the Dos Pistolas Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Debris and open burning.
The Dos Pistolas Fire is burning in Brooks, TX.
No, the Dos Pistolas Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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