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Perimeter lines hold secure with minimal fire activity near Indiahoma

The fire is located east of Indiahoma in Comanche County, where it has burned in hardwood litter and grass. Over the last 72 hours, containment lines held firm while fire activity diminished to minimal creeping and smoldering. The blaze no longer threatens nearby communities, and interagency officials have issued their final routine update.

Evacuations and Closures

• All evacuation orders across Comanche County were lifted as of September 6.

Impact

As of September 6, two fatalities were officially confirmed, including a Federal Wildlife Officer helping residents evacuate. The fire also damaged and destroyed homes in the area.

Conditions and Outlook

Hot, mostly dry weather will continue over the coming days, accompanied by gusty east-southeasterly winds and a low chance of light showers. No Red Flag Warnings are in effect. Fire behavior is expected to stay minimal with isolated smoldering as oversight remains with local agency personnel.

Cause and Context

The fire was determined to be human-caused and remains under joint investigation by local emergency management and federal law enforcement agencies.

Official updates current through September 9, 2026.