"The Upton 3 fire demonstrated a rapid early growth and required a significant personnel response, highlighting the importance of swift containment efforts in rural Texas. Its swift containment within four days underscores effective resource deployment by the SFS."
The Upton 3 wildfire, located in Tom Green County, Texas, was first discovered on September 14, 2026, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the SFS. The fire rapidly expanded from 75 acres to 300 acres within the first hour, reaching 391 acres by September 15 and stabilizing at 395 acres by September 17. Containment progressed from 0% to 90% by September 16, and the fire was fully contained at 100% by September 18, with minimal isolated torching reported thereafter. Personnel peaked at 51 on September 16 before decreasing to 12 by September 18, while the estimated cost remained at $0 throughout the timeline. The cause remains undetermined.
Official source description: 16 Miles E from Christoval, TX
Minimal; Isolated Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Midland-Odessa. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained with minimal isolated torching; general wildfire safety precautions remain advised, especially in surrounding areas.
IRWIN ID: {2EBEC1F2-7D7C-4CC6-B53A-346FEDAC88E5}
Discovered: Sep 14, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 31.1475, -100.2202
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The Upton 3 Fire has burned 395 acres as of September 19, 2026.
Yes, the Upton 3 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Upton 3 Fire is burning in Tom Green, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Upton 3 Fire remains active.
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