"This fire is notable for its rapid containment—achieving 100% containment within roughly five hours of discovery—despite an active phase early in the day. The swift response by the SFS agency prevented further spread and potential damage."
The Salt wildfire, located in Wichita County, Texas, was discovered on September 16, 2026, at 17:49:18. The incident, managed by the SFS jurisdictional agency, initially burned 100 acres with no containment. By 18:40:02 the fire was classified as active, but its size remained unchanged. At 20:20:04 the fire had grown to 100 acres and was 75% contained, with behavior described as minimal. By 21:40:03 the fire was fully contained at 100 acres, with minimal behavior reported.
Minimal
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Lawton. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and fully contained. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but no immediate evacuation or sheltering is required.
IRWIN ID: {B92D9320-8333-416D-9650-7FEC52150AC8}
Discovered: Sep 16, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 34.0625, -98.9001
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The Salt Fire has burned 100 acres as of September 16, 2026.
Yes, the Salt Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Salt Fire is burning in Wichita, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Salt Fire remains active.
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