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Stillwater Mayor Reflects on 2025 Wildfire Anniversary
Mayor Will Joyce discusses the impact of the devastating wildfires that hit his community one year ago.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:04pm
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Stillwater Mayor Will Joyce joined local news station KFOR to reflect on the one-year anniversary of the wildfires that devastated his community in 2025. The mayor discussed the moment he realized the situation was becoming dangerous and the ongoing recovery efforts in Stillwater.
Why it matters
The 2025 wildfires in Stillwater, Oklahoma were a major disaster that caused significant damage and disruption to the local community. As the one-year anniversary approaches, the mayor's reflections provide important perspective on the long-term impacts and the city's resilience in the face of such a crisis.
The details
Mayor Joyce recounted the moment he realized the wildfires were becoming a dangerous situation for Stillwater. He discussed the city's ongoing recovery efforts and the work still needed to fully rebuild from the devastation a year later.
- The wildfires occurred in 2025.
- The one-year anniversary of the wildfires was on March 13, 2026.
The players
Will Joyce
The mayor of Stillwater, Oklahoma who led the city's response and recovery efforts following the 2025 wildfires.
What they’re saying
“At what point did you realize this situation was starting to get dangerous...”
— Kent Ogle, News Anchor
What’s next
Mayor Joyce and city officials will continue to work on long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts in the Stillwater community.
The takeaway
The 2025 Stillwater wildfires were a major crisis that tested the city's resilience, and the mayor's reflections on the one-year anniversary highlight the ongoing challenges and the importance of disaster preparedness and response for communities facing such catastrophic events.
