"The rapid expansion from 200 to 700 acres in less than 24 hours, coupled with the swift attainment of full containment, highlights the effectiveness of the response and the importance of early detection and rapid containment in limiting wildfire impact."
The Ladybug wildfire, located in Gray County, Texas, was first discovered on September 12, 2026, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the SFS. The fire began as a 200‑acre blaze with minimal behavior and 30% containment by the first NIFC update on September 13. Over the next 24 hours the fire grew to 700 acres, with containment rising to 85% by 18:20 that day. By September 14, containment reached 100% and the fire was reported as active but smoldering, with 66 personnel on the scene. The cause remains undetermined. The incident has remained minimal in behavior throughout its progression, with no evacuations reported.
Official source description: 7 Miles SE from Lefors, TX
Active; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Amarillo. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal in behavior and fully contained, but general wildfire safety precautions—such as staying clear of the fire perimeter and monitoring local advisories—remain advisable.
IRWIN ID: {5F9E931F-A799-4714-8121-6084A1792D5B}
Discovered: Sep 12, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 35.378, -100.6969
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The Ladybug Fire has burned 700 acres as of September 14, 2026.
Yes, the Ladybug Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Ladybug Fire is burning in Gray, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Ladybug Fire remains active.
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