"The fire grew rapidly from 200 to 253 acres within a single day and achieved full containment within five days, demonstrating effective firefighting response. Its moderate behavior on the final report indicates a potential for escalation if conditions change."
The Holland Baxter Road wildfire, located 30 miles south of Deer Park in Washington County, Alabama, was discovered on August 13, 2026. By August 14, the fire had burned 200 acres and was 70% contained, with minimal fire behavior reported. Later that day the blaze expanded to 253 acres and containment rose to 80%. On August 19 the fire was fully contained at 100% with moderate behavior noted, remaining at 253 acres. The incident remains active with no official cause identified and no jurisdictional agency listed.
Official source description: 30 Miles S from Deer Park, AL
Moderate
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Mobile. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
With the fire now fully contained, general wildfire safety guidance applies. Stay alert for any changes in fire behavior and follow local authorities’ instructions if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {C802B738-2625-47A7-940F-C7CFB8171AC6}
Discovered: Aug 13, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $2,000
Coordinates: 31.152, -88.3508
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The Holland Baxter Road Fire has burned 253 acres as of August 19, 2026.
Yes, the Holland Baxter Road Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Holland Baxter Road Fire is burning in Washington, AL.
No, the Holland Baxter Road Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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