"This fire is notable for its rapid containment after a prolonged active period, achieving 100% containment with minimal resources and a modest cost relative to its size."
The South Meadow wildfire, located in Lincoln County, Montana, was discovered on August 12, 2025, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the US Forest Service. As of the latest update on August 30, 2026, the fire has burned 140 acres and is 100% contained, with minimal, smoldering, and creeping behavior reported. The incident has been active for over a year, but containment has been achieved without further growth, and only two personnel were involved in the final containment efforts. The estimated cost to date is $2,190,000. The fire’s behavior has remained minimal, and no additional acreage has been reported since the initial assessment.
Official source description: 14 Miles SW from Yaak, MT
Minimal; Smoldering; Creeping
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Kootenai Tribe. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and contained; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised for the surrounding area.
IRWIN ID: {9F844CC9-45A2-4554-9661-E8533135882B}
Discovered: Aug 12, 2025
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $2,190,000
Coordinates: 48.7695, -116.0182
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The South Meadow Fire has burned 140 acres as of August 30, 2026.
Yes, the South Meadow Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The South Meadow Fire is burning in Lincoln, MT.
No, the South Meadow Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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