"The fire’s rapid growth from 236 to 707 acres in a single day highlights a significant expansion, yet the swift containment to 100% demonstrates effective firefighting response. The incident’s minimal behavior and full containment within five days underscore the importance of monitoring even small fires for potential rapid escalation."
The RAY COAKER wildfire, located 13 miles southwest of Deer Park in Washington County, Alabama, was discovered on September 10, 2026. By the first update, the fire had burned 236 acres and was 80% contained, with minimal fire behavior reported. The next day the blaze expanded to 707 acres but containment remained at 80%, still exhibiting minimal behavior. On September 15, the fire’s size stabilized at 707 acres and containment reached 100%, indicating the fire was fully controlled. The incident remains active but fully contained, with no official cause identified and no jurisdictional agency listed.
Official source description: 13 Miles SW from DEER PARK, AL
Minimal
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Mobile. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and exhibiting minimal behavior, so no immediate evacuation or special precautions are required. General wildfire safety guidance applies if conditions change.
IRWIN ID: {62D53DBB-06CD-42EC-8278-5BC9AB08060F}
Discovered: Sep 10, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Est. Cost to Date: $1,500
Coordinates: 31.3739, -88.3208
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The RAY COAKER Fire has burned 707 acres as of September 15, 2026.
Yes, the RAY COAKER Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The RAY COAKER Fire is burning in Washington, AL.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the RAY COAKER Fire remains active.
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