"This incident is notable for its rapid growth to over 50,000 acres and the swift containment progress, achieving 100% containment within 42 days of discovery. The deployment of 25 personnel initially and the eventual reduction to 5 reflect efficient resource management."
The MOUSE MEADOW wildfire, located 35 miles southwest of Rachel, NV in Nye County, was discovered on 2026-07-24 and has grown to 52,000 acres. Initial reports on 2026-08-06 indicated 49,766 acres with 10% containment and 25 personnel on the scene. Over the next week the fire expanded to 51,000 acres by 2026-08-08, with containment rising sharply to 65% and personnel reduced to 5. By 2026-08-12 containment reached 80% and the fire behavior shifted to minimal, creeping and smoldering. The situation continued to improve, reaching 90% containment on 2026-08-24 and full containment (100%) on 2026-09-06, with a final estimated cost of $1,344,096. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency is listed.
Official source description: 35 Miles SW from Rachel, NV
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Indian Springs. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal, creeping, and smoldering with full containment. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but no immediate evacuation or fire danger warnings are necessary at this time.
IRWIN ID: {DCEBA814-01D4-4814-B421-3113FB326D0D}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $1,344,096
Coordinates: 37.2667, -116.1576
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The MOUSE MEADOW Fire has burned 52,000 acres as of September 6, 2026.
Yes, the MOUSE MEADOW Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The MOUSE MEADOW Fire is burning in Nye, NV.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the MOUSE MEADOW Fire remains active.
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