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Davis Coulee Fire — 15.5Kac 50% contained

6.5
45.4600°N, 107.4875°W·US-MT
Started 10d ago
NIFC data as of
Event Details
Typewildfire
Severity6.5
Statusactive
Location45.4600°N, 107.4875°W (MT)
Started2026-09-14T04:30:00+00:00
Last Updated2026-09-24T00:08:20.147+00:00
Sourcenifc
Confidence1.00
Impact Zones
Active Fire Perimeter
Active fire. Immediate life threat. Mandatory evacuation likely in effect.
4.5 km
Evacuation Zone
Evacuation warnings likely. Prepare to leave immediately if ordered.
7.5 km
Smoke & Ember Zone
Ember showers and heavy smoke possible. Reduced visibility. Respiratory hazard.
14.5 km
Air Quality Impact Zone
Degraded air quality from smoke. Sensitive groups should limit outdoor activity.
34.5 km

Zone estimates are based on scientific models and may differ from actual local conditions.

Impact Analysis
Population Exposed3,815
Hospitals2
Schools9
Fire Stations4

Population from ACS 5-Year 2022 tract sampling; structure counts from Microsoft Building Footprints or Census ACS housing data, capped by USGS NLCD 2021 developed land. Estimates for situational awareness — not for actuarial, regulatory, or underwriting use.

Historical Comparison
2024 Horse Gulch71% match

15.2K acres vs current 15.5K acres, same state (MT)

MT
2021 Pine Grove69% match

16.0K acres vs current 15.5K acres, same state (MT)

MT
2020 Rice68% match

16.4K acres vs current 15.5K acres, same state (MT)

MT

Historical comparison based on peril type, geography, and severity. Past events do not predict future outcomes.

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Zone estimates are based on scientific models and may differ from actual local conditions.