"This incident is notable for its early stage and the lack of containment, indicating potential for further spread if conditions change. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s involvement highlights the importance of monitoring fires in federal lands."
The Wild Boar Point wildfire, located in Dare County, North Carolina, was first discovered on August 11, 2026, and as of the latest update on August 21, 2026, it has burned 30 acres. The cause remains undetermined and the incident is under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. No containment has been reported, and there is no available information on personnel, fire behavior, weather conditions, or estimated cost. The fire has not shown any reported growth or containment progress since its initial detection.
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IRWIN ID: {E520ED49-C3A9-489D-97FE-DF3C755D7566}
Discovered: Aug 11, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFWS
Coordinates: 35.6448, -75.763
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The WILD BOAR POINT Fire has burned 30 acres as of August 20, 2026.
Containment has not been officially reported for the WILD BOAR POINT Fire.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The WILD BOAR POINT Fire is burning in Dare, NC.
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