"This incident is notable for its rapid growth from 20 to 120 acres within a single day and the swift containment achieved within a few days, demonstrating effective firefighting response in Leon County."
The Center wildfire, located in Leon County, Texas, was first discovered on August 28, 2026, and is currently contained at 100%. The fire began as an undetermined cause and is managed by the SFS jurisdictional agency. Over the course of the incident, the blaze expanded from 20 acres to a peak of 120 acres on August 29 before shrinking to 110 acres by August 30, at which point it reached full containment. The latest update on September 20 indicates the fire remains fully contained, with moderate fire behavior reported, though no additional personnel or cost details are available.
Moderate
Given the fire’s current moderate behavior and full containment, general wildfire safety guidance applies: remain aware of local advisories, avoid unnecessary travel through affected areas, and stay informed about any potential flare-ups.
IRWIN ID: {C238790E-D8C1-401A-B947-639CABEAEF5C}
Discovered: Aug 28, 2026
Cause: Undetermined (remarks required)
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 31.2876, -95.838
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The Center Fire has burned 110 acres as of September 20, 2026.
Yes, the Center Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined (remarks required).
The Center Fire is burning in Leon, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Center Fire remains active.
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