"The fire’s rapid expansion to 110 acres within a day highlights its potential for significant impact, especially given the human-caused origin and the lack of containment data. The BLM’s involvement underscores the importance of federal resources in managing the incident."
The Goodson wildfire, located in Canyon County, Idaho, was first discovered on September 18, 2026, at 20:09 local time. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is the jurisdictional agency overseeing the incident, which was caused by human activity. Over the course of the first 24 hours, the fire expanded from 20 acres to 110 acres, with no official containment percentage reported. Current fire behavior data is not available, but the rapid growth indicates a developing situation that requires monitoring.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Boise. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through official channels, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared for potential evacuation if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {C08DFE69-EB1C-4ED8-A4B2-770F5B9829BA}
Discovered: Sep 18, 2026
Cause: Human
Managing Agency: BLM
Coordinates: 43.7753, -116.6103
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The GOODSON Fire has burned 110 acres as of September 19, 2026.
The GOODSON Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The GOODSON Fire is burning in Canyon, ID.
No, the GOODSON Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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