"The rapid growth from 100 to 822 acres in just over three days highlights a significant expansion rate, underscoring the potential for further spread and the need for monitoring, even though specific resources or containment efforts have not been reported."
The Fowl wildfire was discovered on September 2, 2026, near 35.5693°N, 103.7858°W in Harding County, New Mexico. It was initially reported to have burned 100 acres, and by September 5 it had expanded to 822 acres, with no official containment percentage or personnel deployment reported. The cause is listed as natural, and the jurisdictional agency is not specified. The fire remains active with no detailed behavior or weather conditions provided, and no evacuation or cost estimates are available. Over the three-day period, the fire grew more than eightfold, but its containment status and resource allocation remain unknown.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Amarillo. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared for potential evacuation if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {77F7DED7-D8C0-4539-8772-8455E6873E97}
Discovered: Sep 2, 2026
Cause: Natural
Coordinates: 35.5693, -103.7858
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The Fowl Fire has burned 822 acres as of September 5, 2026.
The Fowl Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Fowl Fire is burning in Harding, NM.
No, the Fowl Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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