"The rapid change in reported acreage highlights the challenges of early-stage wildfire reporting, and the lack of containment or resource information underscores the need for timely updates to assess potential risks."
The Horse Creek Draw wildfire was discovered on September 14, 2026, in Campbell County, Wyoming, at approximately 17:12:54 local time. Initial reports from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) indicated the fire had burned 80 acres, but a subsequent update an hour later revised the size to 30.5 acres; no containment percentage, personnel, or fire behavior details were provided. The cause remains undetermined and the jurisdictional agency is not listed. With no current fire behavior or containment data, the situation remains uncertain, and the incident is still active.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Gillette. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through official channels, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared to evacuate if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {53AAC48D-3715-4353-8053-5F4E858A941A}
Discovered: Sep 14, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 44.679, -105.5109
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The Horse Creek Draw Fire has burned 31 acres as of September 14, 2026.
The Horse Creek Draw Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Horse Creek Draw Fire is burning in Campbell, WY.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Horse Creek Draw Fire remains active.
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