"The HUDSPETH fire grew rapidly in a short period, expanding from 5,820 to 6,726 acres in just over a week, and required a peak deployment of 222 personnel and an estimated cost of $4,025,000. Its swift containment after a period of fluctuating control highlights the effectiveness of the resources committed."
The HUDSPETH wildfire, located 3 miles southeast of Hunters in Stevens County, Washington, was first discovered on August 1, 2026. By August 6, the fire had burned 5,820 acres and was 6% contained, with 186 personnel on the scene. Rapid growth followed, reaching 5,865 acres and 48% containment by August 7, but containment fluctuated, dropping to 42% on August 8 and 10, while the fire size remained steady around 5,850 acres. On August 11 the blaze expanded to 6,360 acres with 35% containment, then grew to 6,512 acres by August 12 and 6,726 acres by August 13, when containment surged to 88%. The fire entered a minimal behavior phase on August 14, maintaining 6,726 acres and 88% containment, and by August 15 containment rose to 96%. By August 17 containment reached 98% with minimal activity, and the fire was fully contained at 100% on August 20, with 6,726 acres burned.
Official source description: 3 Miles SE from HUNTERS, WA
Minimal; Smoldering; Backing
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Spokane Tribe of Spokane Reservation. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained and exhibits minimal behavior. General wildfire safety guidance still applies, but no immediate evacuation or fire danger restrictions are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {51A10032-2A86-4517-8784-028DB6BDAC56}
Discovered: Aug 1, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $4,025,000
Coordinates: 48.0885, -118.1589
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The HUDSPETH Fire has burned 6,726 acres as of August 20, 2026.
Yes, the HUDSPETH Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The HUDSPETH Fire is burning in Stevens, WA.
No, the HUDSPETH Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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