What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of March 14, 2026, the Yellow Fire was burning in northern Texas near the intersection of Hartley, Moore, Oldham, and Potter counties. Reports indicate the fire started west of the city of Dumas and moved northeast across grassland terrain.
The incident area included locations near State Highway 354 and the US-385 corridor, which experienced temporary road closures due to fire activity. (1)
Which cities or areas are affected by the Yellow Fire?
The cities and areas affected by the Yellow Fire included:
What is the current containment status of the Yellow Fire?
As of March 14, 2026, the Yellow Fire had burned approximately 14,374 acres and is now 100% contained. (2)
Fire crews, including teams from the Texas A&M Forest Service, conducted active suppression efforts by constructing firelines with bulldozers and motorgraders to slow the spread of the fire and protect surrounding areas. (3)
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
All evacuation orders and alerts have been lifted as the situation is now under control.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
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- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of March 14, 2026, this fire is 100% contained.
