"The Hatchet wildfire is notable due to the significant resources committed to containing the fire, with an estimated cost of $1.3 million and a peak of 399 personnel on August 11."
The Hatchet wildfire is located in Tulare County, California, approximately 1 mile west of Springville. The fire has burned 606 acres and is currently 100% contained. The fire was first reported on August 9, 2026, and has been steadily contained over the past few days, with a significant increase in containment from 10% on August 11 to 100% on August 13. The fire behavior has been moderate to minimal, with moderate behavior reported on August 11 and minimal behavior reported on August 13. The jurisdictional agency is currently managing the fire, but no information is available on the cause of the fire.
Official source description: 1 Miles W from Springville, CA
Minimal
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Given the current minimal fire behavior and 100% containment, general wildfire safety guidance applies. However, it is essential to remain vigilant and follow any local instructions or guidelines.
IRWIN ID: {3AB91FBB-41DD-4958-9977-E0DEBEA96FC7}
Discovered: Aug 9, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $1,300,000
Coordinates: 36.1242, -118.8238
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The HATCHET Fire has burned 606 acres as of August 13, 2026.
Yes, the HATCHET Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The HATCHET Fire is burning in Tulare, CA.
No, the HATCHET Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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