"The Woodward fire grew from 200 to 1,700 acres in just 24 hours, demonstrating a rapid expansion that required a significant personnel response and swift containment efforts, highlighting the challenges of managing fast‑growing wildfires in rural Texas."
The Woodward wildfire, located in Schleicher County, Texas, was first discovered on September 11, 2026, at 19:29:31. The fire, caused by equipment and vehicle use, was initially 200 acres with no containment. By September 12, the blaze expanded rapidly to 1,000 acres and reached 25% containment, then grew to 1,700 acres with 50% containment by 03:40 on September 12. Containment improved to 70% by 15:20 that day, and remained at 70% with 97 personnel on September 13, when the fire was described as “Active; Running.” By 02:40 on September 13, containment reached 100% while still active, and on September 14 the fire was reported as “Minimal; Running” with 39 personnel, maintaining full containment at 1,700 acres.
Official source description: 13 Miles W from Eldorado, TX
Minimal; Running
The fire is currently minimal and fully contained, but general wildfire safety guidance still applies: stay informed about local conditions, avoid outdoor activities in fire-prone areas, and follow any official advisories.
IRWIN ID: {5201B448-3738-4EE7-AA0F-77F433286DA4}
Discovered: Sep 11, 2026
Cause: Equipment and vehicle use
Managing Agency: SFS
Coordinates: 30.8831, -100.8262
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The Woodward Fire has burned 1,700 acres as of September 14, 2026.
Yes, the Woodward Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Equipment and vehicle use.
The Woodward Fire is burning in Schleicher, TX.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Woodward Fire remains active.
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