"This fire is notable for its rapid change in size within a single day, decreasing from 15 to 12.1 acres, indicating a potentially effective natural or human response. The lack of containment data and undetermined cause highlight the need for continued monitoring."
The OFallon Creek wildfire was discovered on September 3, 2026, near the coordinates 46.5613°N, 104.8904°W in Custer County, Montana. Initial reports from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) indicated the fire had burned 15 acres early in the day, but by 18:00 the area had decreased to 12.1 acres, suggesting some containment or natural reduction in spread. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency has been assigned yet. Current fire behavior data is not available, and no containment percentage or personnel deployment has been reported. The incident remains active with no official updates on containment or resource allocation.
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared for changing conditions.
IRWIN ID: {0F8655B7-8117-4F1A-ACB5-ED58688E7CB6}
Discovered: Sep 3, 2026
Cause: Natural
Coordinates: 46.5613, -104.8904
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The OFallon Creek Fire has burned 12 acres as of September 3, 2026.
The OFallon Creek Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The OFallon Creek Fire is burning in Custer, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the OFallon Creek Fire remains active.
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