"The Gaston wildfire is notable due to its size and the resources committed to its management, with an estimated cost of $60,000."
The Gaston wildfire is located in Power County, Idaho, approximately 43.057539185655° N, 113.02899530522° W. The fire is reported to be 1,636.4 acres in size and is 100% contained. The fire was discovered on July 26, 2026, and is believed to be of natural cause. The fire is being managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The fire behavior is currently minimal, creeping, and smoldering. The fire's size and containment have remained stable since its discovery.
Official source description: 15 Miles NW from Aberdeen, ID
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire is currently minimal, creeping, and smoldering, and is 100% contained.
IRWIN ID: {5615AC2C-EF5F-4EB5-B254-E123E72F1415}
Discovered: Jul 26, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $60,000
Coordinates: 43.0575, -113.029
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The Gaston Fire has burned 1,636 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the Gaston Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Gaston Fire is burning in Power, ID.
No, the Gaston Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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