"The Stallion fire grew rapidly from 1,000 to over 33,000 acres in just two days, requiring a peak deployment of 322 personnel and costing over $4.6 million, illustrating the significant resource demands of large, fast-moving wildfires."
The Stallion wildfire, located 10 miles west of Nixon in Washoe County, Nevada, was first reported on August 10, 2026. By August 12 the fire had expanded to 31,548 acres and was described as extreme, running, and spotting, with 103 personnel on the scene and a cost estimate of $920,000. The blaze grew to a peak of 33,426 acres on August 12 and 33,731 acres on August 13, with personnel increasing to 200 and costs rising to $1,300,000. From August 14 onward the fire entered a containment phase, reaching 44% containment and 322 personnel, then 74% containment with 263 personnel by August 15. By August 18 the fire was 85% contained, and by August 22 it had reached 98% containment with 27 personnel, while the acreage stabilized at 40,691. The fire behavior shifted from extreme to moderate, then to minimal, with the final reports indicating smoldering and single-tree torching.
Official source description: 10 Miles W from Nixon, NV
Minimal; Smoldering; Single Tree Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Fernley. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
With the fire now 98% contained and behavior minimal, general wildfire safety guidance applies: remain aware of local advisories, avoid burning debris, and stay clear of the fire perimeter until official clearance is issued.
IRWIN ID: {75B0C6D7-10D4-476A-B691-3D78231B4997}
Discovered: Aug 10, 2026
Cause: Human
Est. Cost to Date: $4,657,264
Coordinates: 39.8228, -119.5252
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The Stallion Fire has burned 40,691 acres as of August 23, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Stallion Fire is 98% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The Stallion Fire is burning in Washoe, NV.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Stallion Fire remains active.
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