Nigel, South Africa Fire, Nigel
This archive page covers the Nigel, South Africa Fire in Nigel, South Africa. Last known size: 635 acres (257 hectares) under a Satellite cluster (FIRMS) classification.
Activity & map
Timeline, Map & Situation
Timeline
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Size reported at approximately 635 acres (257 ha)
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Status: Satellite cluster (FIRMS)
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Fire discovery / ignition reported
Map
-26.4213, 28.3871
Current Situation
This archive page covers the Nigel, South Africa Fire in Nigel, South Africa. Last known size: 635 acres (257 hectares) under a Satellite cluster (FIRMS) classification.
Data for this incident was last refreshed 3 days ago. Current weather near the fire includes temperatures around 13°C with southeast winds of approximately 13 km/h.
The fire is near Nigel (9 km E), Heidelberg (9.7 km S), Springs (19.1 km N), Brakpan (20.6 km N).
No dense smoke plume is currently mapped at this location.
Growth Trend
Growth history is still collecting. Points are saved when agency size or status changes.
Environment
Current Conditions
Current Conditions
Smoke
Layer analysis: Regional PM2.5 forecast haze is active on the live map; point density at this fire is not classified from plume polygons.
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Nearby & Resources
Nearby Fires
View on MapNone listed right now.
Road Closures
No full road closures reported within about 25 mi right now.
Nearby Communities
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Nigel
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Heidelberg
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Springs
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Brakpan
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Benoni
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Boksburg
Largest Fires in Nigel
None listed right now.
Community
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Insight
Why This Fire Matters
- One of the 10 largest active fires in Nigel (currently ranked #1 among tracked incidents in this area).
- Located within 16 mi of nearby communities (closest: Nigel at 5.6 mi).
- Fire has remained active for 3 days.
Technical Incident Details
| Fire Name | Nigel, South Africa |
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| Agency Fire ID | -330,355 |
| Country | South Africa |
| Province / State | Nigel |
| Location | Nigel |
| Latitude | -26.42134 |
| Longitude | 28.38710 |
| Last Updated | Jul 25, 2026, 4:33 PM PDT |
| Current Status | Satellite cluster (FIRMS) |
| Tracking | Archive — no longer in live feed |
| Acres Burned | 635 ac |
| Containment % | — |
| Cause | — |
| Nearby towns | Nigel (5.6 mi E), Heidelberg (6 mi S), Springs (12 mi N), Brakpan (13 mi N), Benoni (17 mi N), Boksburg (16 mi NW) |
| Discovery Date | Jul 25, 2026, 4:33 PM PDT |
| Fire Type | OC |
| Data Source | firms-sat |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the current size of this fire?
The last recorded size of the Nigel, South Africa Fire was approximately 635 acres (257 hectares).
Where is this fire located?
The Nigel, South Africa Fire is located in Nigel, South Africa at approximately -26.4213, 28.3871. Nearby towns include Nigel (9 km E), Heidelberg (9.7 km S), Springs (19.1 km N), Brakpan (20.6 km N).
Is this fire contained?
Agencies classify this fire as Satellite cluster (FIRMS). A numeric containment percentage is not available in the current feed.
When was it discovered?
Discovery (or first listed date) is recorded as 2026-07-25.
Is smoke affecting nearby communities?
No smoke plume is currently mapped near this fire in the smoke analysis layer.
What towns are near this fire?
Nearby settlements include Nigel (5.6 mi E), Heidelberg (6 mi S), Springs (12 mi N), Brakpan (13 mi N), Benoni (17 mi N), Boksburg (16 mi NW).
How many nearby fires are active?
No other active wildfires are listed within the nearby search radius.
What are current weather conditions?
Near the fire: 56°F, 31% humidity, 8 mph from the se.
Is this fire still actively tracked?
This fire is no longer in the live active feed (last update 3 days ago).