"This fire is notable for its rapid containment—achieving full containment within 13 hours of discovery—despite an initial growth of 15.55 acres. The swift response by the SFS agency demonstrates effective wildfire management in the region."
The North Bugscuffle wildfire, located in Montague County, Texas, was first discovered on August 25, 2026, at 20:32:44. The incident, managed by the SFS jurisdictional agency, initially burned 75 acres with no containment. Over the next 14 hours, the fire remained minimal in behavior while containment steadily increased from 0% to 80%, eventually reaching 100% containment at 10:00:03 on August 26, when the reported area expanded to 90.55 acres. The cause remains undetermined, and no personnel or cost estimates have been released.
Minimal
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Ardmore. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal in behavior and fully contained. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but no immediate evacuation or sheltering is required.
IRWIN ID: {228D70D6-3724-4218-9E21-CE4F328B29BB}
Discovered: Aug 25, 2026
Cause: Undetermined (remarks required)
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 33.4969, -97.9537
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The North Bugscuffle Fire has burned 91 acres as of August 26, 2026.
Yes, the North Bugscuffle Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined (remarks required).
The North Bugscuffle Fire is burning in Montague, TX.
No, the North Bugscuffle Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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