River Boat 2026

Started: Feb 25 338 acre 100% contained Wildfire
Near Jefferson · Marion County, Texas
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Marion 1847 Fire has burned 338 acres, burning 1 mile east of Jefferson.

Latest update

The River Boat Fire started on the afternoon of February 25, 2026 approximately 1.5 miles southeast of Jefferson, Texas and was initially responded to by local fire departments. Texas A&M Forest Service was requested to provide assistance in the form of additional firefighters and heavy equipment. Texas A&M Forest Service is currently in unified command with local fire departments. 

This fire started during a period of elevated fire weather, including higher than normal temperatures and low relative humidity. Critically dry fuels, combined with this weather have resulted in large fire potential for this portion of Texas.

The River Boat Fire is 100% contained as of the evening of 2/26/2026. This is the last planned update for this fire.

166 Days Active
1 mi E From Jefferson to the fire perimeter
338 Acres 260 football fields
100%
Contained +0% since previous report
23 Personnel

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River Boat Fire Growth History
River Boat Containment History

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