"The fire’s rapid growth from 10 to 23 acres within a single day, coupled with a swift containment progression to 100%, highlights effective firefighting response and the importance of early detection. The incident’s minimal behavior and full containment by the end of the day underscore the effectiveness of the SFS agency’s management."
The Gregg 7462 wildfire, located in Gregg County, Texas, was first discovered on August 22, 2026, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the SFS agency. The fire began as a 10‑acre blaze with minimal behavior and remained at that size for the first hour, after which containment rose to 50% by 01:00. By 02:00 the fire had grown to 21 acres, still at 50% containment, and containment increased to 90% by 03:20 before reaching 100% at 04:20. The fire size later expanded to 23 acres by 16:40, remaining fully contained. Throughout the timeline, the fire behavior remained minimal and no personnel or cost estimates were reported.
Minimal
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Tyler-Longview-Marshall. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and exhibiting minimal behavior, so standard wildfire safety precautions apply. Residents should remain aware of local advisories but no immediate evacuation or special actions are required.
IRWIN ID: {EF4D511E-F896-4F04-92D3-C9B96ED2172C}
Discovered: Aug 22, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 32.4489, -94.8555
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The Gregg 7462 Fire has burned 23 acres as of August 23, 2026.
Yes, the Gregg 7462 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Gregg 7462 Fire is burning in Gregg, TX.
No, the Gregg 7462 Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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