"The Shoshone fire grew to over 24,000 acres in just ten days, requiring a peak deployment of 253 personnel and a significant financial commitment, illustrating the rapid escalation potential of natural fires in the region."
The Shoshone wildfire, located in Churchill County, Nevada, was first discovered on August 15, 2026, and is a natural fire under the jurisdiction of the BLM. The fire rapidly expanded from 100 acres on August 16 to a peak of 24,514 acres by August 25, with containment progressing from 0% to 100% over that period. Early reports noted active, flanking, and creeping behavior, with personnel rising from 115 to 253 as the fire grew. By August 22, containment reached 82% and was fully contained by August 25, with minimal activity remaining. The incident incurred an estimated cost of $2,000,000.
Official source description: 58 Miles NE from Fallon, NV
Minimal; Creeping; Backing
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Fallon. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained and minimal in behavior; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised, but no immediate evacuation or fire restrictions are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {977DE644-6D44-44E1-93F6-B8D615EDD5AE}
Discovered: Aug 15, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $2,000,000
Coordinates: 39.8299, -117.6762
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The Shoshone Fire has burned 24,514 acres as of August 25, 2026.
Yes, the Shoshone Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Shoshone Fire is burning in Churchill, NV.
No, the Shoshone Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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