"The fire’s rapid reduction from 50 to 25 acres within a short period suggests effective suppression or favorable conditions, but the lack of containment data means the threat level is unclear. The undetermined cause and absence of agency assignment highlight the need for further investigation."
The Phennock Creek wildfire, located in Custer County, Montana, was first reported on September 14, 2026, at 12:00:06 UTC. Initial reports from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) indicated the fire had burned 50 acres. By 13:40:03 UTC the same day, the reported area had decreased to 25 acres, with no containment percentage or personnel details provided. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency has been assigned. Current fire behavior and weather conditions are not reported, so the situation remains uncertain but the fire has not expanded since the initial report.
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid the area if possible, and be prepared for changing conditions.
IRWIN ID: {095D0987-4358-4399-842A-BD0CBFBCD2F7}
Discovered: Sep 14, 2026
Cause: Natural
Coordinates: 46.2286, -105.2698
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The Phennock Creek Fire has burned 25 acres as of September 14, 2026.
The Phennock Creek Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Phennock Creek Fire is burning in Custer, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Phennock Creek Fire remains active.
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