The Smokehouse Creek Fire, the largest wildfire in Texas history, is now 15% contained.

Containment efforts benefited from additional firefighters and favorable weather.

The fire's rapid containment was aided by the use of fire retardants and the mobilization of hundreds of firefighters.

A lawsuit claims the fire was caused by a downed power line.

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary highlighted the role of climate change in exacerbating extreme weather events.

The city of Borger, Texas, has requested donations focus on clean-up supplies instead of food and water.

The wildfire prompts discussions on the necessity for improved infrastructure and policies to combat future wildfires and climate change.

Consumer beef prices are not expected to rise significantly, but the financial impact on local ranchers and the cattle industry could be severe.