"This fire is notable for its recent ignition and the lack of available containment or behavior data, highlighting the need for monitoring as conditions could change rapidly."
The El Gato wildfire was discovered on August 28, 2026, in Guadalupe County, New Mexico, and has burned approximately 20 acres as of the latest update. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency has been identified. Current fire behavior and containment status are not reported, so no specific details on growth or suppression efforts are available. The incident remains active with no further updates on containment or resource deployment.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Santa Fe. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and follow any evacuation orders if issued.
IRWIN ID: {9D28665F-2B47-4399-ABAB-8FFA0ED82918}
Discovered: Aug 28, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 35.1592, -104.374
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The El Gato Fire has burned 20 acres as of August 28, 2026.
The El Gato Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The El Gato Fire is burning in Guadalupe, NM.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the El Gato Fire remains active.
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