"The rapid containment of a 50‑acre fire within 10 hours demonstrates effective firefighting response and highlights the importance of early detection and swift action in wildfire management."
The Schoolhouse Branch wildfire, located in Nacogdoches County, Texas, was first discovered on August 24, 2026, at 15:46 local time. Initial reports indicated a 20‑acre blaze with no containment. Over the next several hours the fire expanded to 30 acres by 18:00, then to 50 acres by 19:00, while containment rose from 0% to 25%, 60%, 80%, 90%, and finally 100% by 01:40 on August 25. The incident remains active until fully contained, with the jurisdictional agency being the SFS and the cause listed as undetermined. Fire behavior throughout the timeline was consistently moderate, and no personnel or cost estimates were provided.
Moderate
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Tyler-Longview-Marshall. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained and behavior is moderate; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised for the surrounding area.
IRWIN ID: {2B49C668-2553-4B10-944C-DE7D79B7EDED}
Discovered: Aug 24, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 31.8342, -94.6283
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The Schoolhouse Branch Fire has burned 50 acres as of August 25, 2026.
Yes, the Schoolhouse Branch Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Schoolhouse Branch Fire is burning in Nacogdoches, TX.
No, the Schoolhouse Branch Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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