"This fire is notable for its rapid growth and swift containment within a single day, demonstrating effective firefighting response and minimal impact on the surrounding area."
The Panola 7560 wildfire, located in Panola County, Texas, was discovered on August 24, 2026, and is caused by power generation, transmission, or distribution. The incident, managed by the SFS jurisdictional agency, quickly grew from 10 acres at 20:00 UTC to 18 acres by 23:20 UTC, reaching 100% containment within the same day. Over the following week the fire remained at 18 acres and fully contained, with 30 personnel assigned and minimal creeping behavior reported. The fire was deactivated on September 13, 2026, and no further activity has been reported as of the last feed update on September 15, 2026.
Official source description: 1 Miles SE from Panola, TX
Minimal; Creeping
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Shreveport. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and fully contained; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised for the surrounding region.
IRWIN ID: {AB541E5B-FAF1-4A47-8655-4203B96C8FA3}
Discovered: Aug 24, 2026
Cause: Power generation/transmission/distribution
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 32.353, -94.0633
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The Panola 7560 Fire has burned 18 acres as of September 15, 2026.
Yes, the Panola 7560 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Power generation/transmission/distribution.
The Panola 7560 Fire is burning in Panola, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Panola 7560 Fire remains active.
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