"The Ten Mile fire’s rapid early growth—from 150 to 350 acres within an hour—highlights the potential for swift expansion in this region, underscoring the importance of monitoring human-caused ignition sources. The subsequent reduction to 148.9 acres indicates effective suppression or favorable conditions, but the lack of containment data means the situation remains uncertain. "
The Ten Mile wildfire, located in Prairie County, Montana, was first reported on August 31, 2026, at 21:12:49. Initial reports from the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) indicated the fire had burned 150 acres by 22:40 that evening, expanding rapidly to 350 acres by 23:40. By September 1, the reported acreage had decreased to 148.9 acres, suggesting a significant reduction in fire activity. The incident is classified as human-caused, with no containment percentage or personnel details provided, and the jurisdictional agency remains unspecified. Over the course of the timeline, the fire’s size fluctuated markedly, but no containment progress has been documented.
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed through local authorities, avoid outdoor activities in fire-prone areas, and be prepared to evacuate if instructed.
IRWIN ID: {366874A0-7D12-4556-BBBE-4CC61DAFD096}
Discovered: Aug 31, 2026
Cause: Human
Coordinates: 46.6433, -105.2981
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The Ten Mile Fire has burned 149 acres as of September 1, 2026.
The Ten Mile Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The Ten Mile Fire is burning in Prairie, MT.
No, the Ten Mile Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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