"The Wolf Creek fire’s rapid expansion—over tenfold in acreage within a month—combined with a steady but slow containment rate highlights the challenges of managing large, persistent fires in remote Idaho terrain."
The Wolf Creek wildfire, located 19 miles east of Lowell, Idaho, was first reported on August 6, 2026, and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. The fire grew from 260 acres on August 6 to 2,643 acres by September 15, with containment increasing from 20% to 50% over that period. Fire behavior has remained moderate to minimal, shifting from backing and creeping to isolated torching and flanking, while personnel numbers have ranged from none to two. The incident’s cause remains undetermined, and estimated costs have risen from $1,000 to $7,000 as the fire expanded.
Official source description: 19 Miles E from Lowell, ID
Minimal; Creeping; Backing
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Kamiah - Nez Perce Reservation. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Maintain vigilance for smoke and potential fire spread; stay informed through local authorities and avoid outdoor activities in the fire’s vicinity until containment reaches 100%.
IRWIN ID: {F706588F-5EEC-4ACD-8FF1-2CDA2C432F37}
Discovered: Jul 17, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $7,000
Coordinates: 46.0849, -115.1303
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The Wolf Creek Fire has burned 2,643 acres as of September 15, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Wolf Creek Fire is 50% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Wolf Creek Fire is burning in Idaho, ID.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Wolf Creek Fire remains active.
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