"This fire is notable due to its rapid containment, with 100% containment achieved in just 3 days, indicating effective response efforts."
The Duhamel wildfire is located in Pennington County, South Dakota, at a latitude of 44.437007244038 and longitude of -102.26984309075. The fire was discovered on July 29, 2026, and is believed to be caused by human activity. The fire is currently 531 acres in size and is fully contained, with 2 personnel assigned to the incident. The fire behavior is minimal.
Minimal
Given the fire's minimal behavior and full containment, general wildfire safety guidance applies. However, it's essential to remain vigilant and follow local authorities' instructions, as conditions can change quickly.
IRWIN ID: {478D2898-E69E-4CA1-BD03-799240DF47FE}
Discovered: Jul 29, 2026
Cause: Human
Coordinates: 44.437, -102.2698
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The Duhamel Fire has burned 531 acres as of August 6, 2026.
Yes, the Duhamel Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The Duhamel Fire is burning in Pennington, SD.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Duhamel Fire remains active.
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