"The fire’s rapid growth to 407 acres within a few hours and the swift deployment of 40 personnel highlight the operational challenges of power‑related ignition sources in rural Texas. Its full containment within 24 hours demonstrates effective firefighting coordination."
The Hackberry Creek wildfire, located in Hemphill County, Texas, was first discovered on August 20, 2026, and is caused by power generation, transmission, or distribution. The fire rapidly expanded from 50 acres at 00:00 UTC on August 21 to 407 acres by 02:00 UTC the same day, reaching full containment (100%) by 03:00 UTC. Over the following days, the fire remained at 407 acres with 100% containment, with 40 personnel assigned and minimal to active fire behavior reported. The incident was deactivated on September 7, 2026, and remains fully contained as of the latest update on September 18, 2026.
Official source description: 3 Miles N from Allison, TX
Active
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Woodward. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained with minimal to active behavior; general wildfire safety precautions still apply, but no immediate evacuation or sheltering is required.
IRWIN ID: {BA843F64-783F-471E-ACA5-38CC333DB148}
Discovered: Aug 20, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 35.6604, -100.1027
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The Hackberry Creek Fire has burned 407 acres as of September 18, 2026.
Yes, the Hackberry Creek Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Hackberry Creek Fire is burning in Hemphill, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Hackberry Creek Fire remains active.
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