"The fire’s rapid growth from 1,135 to 3,000 acres in just two days, combined with extreme wind‑driven behavior and a high number of personnel, highlights its potential threat to nearby communities and the significant resources required for containment."
The GRACEMONT wildfire, located 6 miles east of Binger in Caddo County, Oklahoma, was first reported on September 13, 2026. By the first NIFC update on September 14, the fire had burned 1,135 acres with no containment and 81 personnel on the scene, exhibiting extreme wind‑driven behavior and crowning. The blaze expanded rapidly, reaching 2,308 acres by September 15 and 3,000 acres by September 16, with personnel increasing to 174 and fire behavior shifting to active wind‑driven runs and short‑range spotting. On September 17, containment began at 20% as the fire size stabilized at 2,665 acres, and containment rose to 30% on September 18 and 45% later that day, with 200 personnel engaged. By September 19, containment reached 60% while the acreage remained steady at 2,665 acres, with 154 personnel on the scene.
Official source description: 6 Miles E from Binger, OK
Active; Isolated Torching; Running; Creeping
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Oklahoma City. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Given the current active fire behavior and 60% containment, residents in the vicinity should remain vigilant, follow any local evacuation orders, and stay informed through official channels.
IRWIN ID: {E38BDAED-6197-4A9F-A538-7322BF0F76AF}
Discovered: Sep 13, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $3,000,000
Coordinates: 35.3228, -98.2368
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The GRACEMONT Fire has burned 2,665 acres as of September 19, 2026.
As of the latest update, the GRACEMONT Fire is 60% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The GRACEMONT Fire is burning in Caddo, OK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the GRACEMONT Fire remains active.
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