"The fire’s rapid expansion from 150 to 252 acres within a single day highlights a significant growth rate, underscoring the need for continued monitoring and potential resource allocation."
The West Windmill wildfire, located in Twin Falls County, Idaho, was first discovered on August 25, 2026, at 02:20:04. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is the jurisdictional agency overseeing the incident. By the first NIFC update at 04:20:04, the fire had burned 150 acres. A later update at 18:20:04 on the same day reported growth to 252 acres, and the most recent update on September 1, 2026, at 19:00:06 indicates a slight increase to 252.24 acres. No official information on containment, personnel, cost, or fire behavior is currently available.
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Twin Falls. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies; remain aware of local advisories and avoid the area if possible.
IRWIN ID: {736FFB65-327C-4C12-8350-B35FDC8C1573}
Discovered: Aug 25, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Coordinates: 42.8512, -114.9895
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The West Windmill Fire has burned 252 acres as of September 1, 2026.
The West Windmill Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The West Windmill Fire is burning in Twin Falls, ID.
No, the West Windmill Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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