"This fire is notable for its moderate size of 60 acres and the lack of containment after several months, indicating a persistent threat that may require continued monitoring and potential resource allocation."
The IUA Eighteen Range Six Mile 5 wildfire was discovered on April 11, 2026, in Vernon County, Louisiana, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. As of the latest update on August 25, 2026, the fire has burned 60 acres with no containment reported and the cause remains undetermined. The incident has not yet seen any changes in size or containment since its discovery, and no additional resources or cost estimates have been released. The fire’s behavior is not documented, but it remains an active threat within the local area.
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed about local fire conditions, follow any evacuation orders, and keep a safe distance from the fire perimeter.
IRWIN ID: {DE81FB66-82C5-4234-93D2-E1D60B094885}
Discovered: Apr 11, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFS
Coordinates: 31.0188, -93.0149
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The IUA Eighteen Range Six Mile 5 Fire has burned 60 acres as of August 25, 2026.
The IUA Eighteen Range Six Mile 5 Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The IUA Eighteen Range Six Mile 5 Fire is burning in Vernon, LA.
No, the IUA Eighteen Range Six Mile 5 Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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