"This fire is notable due to its size and the resources that may be required to manage it, although no official information is currently available on personnel or estimated cost."
The Wrench Creek wildfire is located in Big Horn County, Montana, and was discovered on July 26, 2026. The fire is currently estimated to be 205 acres in size, with no official information currently available on containment. The fire is attributed to a natural cause and is being managed by the DNRC. The fire behavior and personnel information are not available.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Sheridan. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the current fire behavior is not available.
IRWIN ID: {51739C49-7BCB-4EEF-8D26-0DCF13EE841A}
Discovered: Jul 26, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: DNRC
Coordinates: 45.1568, -106.5031
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The Wrench Creek Fire has burned 205 acres as of August 6, 2026.
The Wrench Creek Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Wrench Creek Fire is burning in Big Horn, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Wrench Creek Fire remains active.
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