"This incident is notable for its rapid containment—full containment was achieved within 13 hours of discovery—despite an initial growth to 16 acres. The deployment of 40 personnel and the moderate fire behavior underscore the effective response by the SFS."
The Deer Camp wildfire, located in Palo Pinto County, Texas, was first discovered on September 20, 2026, at 07:21:23. The fire quickly grew to 10 acres by 13:20:03, and by 15:00:03 it had expanded to 16 acres before shrinking to 12 acres later that day. Containment progressed steadily, reaching 10% at 13:40:02, 30% at 15:00:03, 50% at 16:00:03, 60% at 19:20:03, 70% at 20:20:03, 95% at 21:20:02, and full containment of 100% by 22:20:03. The incident remains active until 00:00:04 on September 21, when 40 personnel were reported on scene and the fire behavior was described as moderate, backing, and smoldering. The cause is undetermined and the jurisdictional agency is the State Forest Service (SFS).
Official source description: 7 Miles NE from Strawn, TX
Moderate; Backing; Smoldering
Unhealthy for sensitive groups. People with heart or lung conditions, older adults, and children should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Dallas-Fort Worth. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and exhibiting moderate, backing, smoldering behavior. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but no immediate evacuation or shelter-in-place orders are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {D5CE2A84-54DF-47B4-B40A-25DE43ABB7E8}
Discovered: Sep 20, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 32.6303, -98.5752
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The Deer Camp Fire has burned 12 acres as of September 21, 2026.
Yes, the Deer Camp Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Deer Camp Fire is burning in Palo Pinto, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Deer Camp Fire remains active.
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