Wyoming, Elk Fire
Elk Fire near Sheridan, Wyoming, at 51,000+ acres with 0% containment
The 51,115-acre Elk Fire west of Sheridan, Wyoming, continues to burn with 0% containment. The fire is located about six miles north of Dayton, Wyoming, which is
Elk Fire Now 50,000 Acres, Spreading “In All Directions” In Northern Wyoming
The unpredictable and dangerous Elk Fire burning west of Dayton and Parkman in northern Wyoming has grown to 50,000 acres. It’s also spreading “in
Dayton told to ‘ready’ for evacuation as massive Elk Fire spreads 32,000 acres
The town of Dayton, Wyo. has been put on a "ready to evacuate" status as a massive wildfire continues to spread across the Bighorn National Forest just six miles away.
New evacuations ordered at Elk Fire in Wyoming
New evacuations were ordered early Wednesday for the Elk Fire in the Bighorn National Forest "due to rapidly changing conditions."
No End In Sight For Folks In Path Of 51,000-Acre Elk Fire In Northern Wyoming
It may seem a little like “Groundhog Day” for folks in northern Wyoming in the path of the Elk Fire. The 51,000-acre wildfire is still
Elk Fire in WY burns over 50K acres Friday morning, prompts evacuation updates in Sheridan County
A lightning strike has ignited a wildfire approximately six miles northwest of Dayton, Wyoming, now encompassing 51,115 acres with zero containment reported. Currently, 528 personnel are actively engaged in firefighting efforts.
Wildfires rage on in areas of Wyoming
The smell of smoke and sight of ashes falling from the sky on Sunday drove home the fact that, while Big Horn County has to this point been
Wyoming town told to ‘ready’ for evacuation as wildfire spreads 32,000 acres
The town of Dayton, Wyoming, has been put on a “ready to evacuate” status as a massive wildfire continues to spread across the Bighorn National Forest, just six miles away. The wildfire, dubbed the “Elk Fire,
Evacuations in Wyoming as Elk Fire grows to approximately 32,000 acres
The Elk Fire in Sheridan County, Wyoming, continues to grow. As of now, according to the U.S. Forest Service, the fire has grown to approximately 32,000 acres. The wildfire remains at zero percent containment at this time,
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Unseasonable, destructive Elk Fire threatens rec areas; others safe but in ‘ready’ evac phase
Public and private infrastructure in western Sheridan County is increasingly threatened by the uncontained Elk Fire, which ...
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Gov. Gordon commits to protecting Dayton area as Elk Fire swells to 50,000 acres
At a briefing Wednesday evening in Ranchester, the governor said federal fire managers on the Elk Fire have access to the ...
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Fire crews on Elk Fire in Wyoming brace for strong winds
Fire officials said in a Friday morning update the wildfire is now estimated at 51,115 acres with 0% containment. The fire ...
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Elk Fire update (as of 8:50 p.m. Oct. 3)
The Elk Fire continues to burn across the Bighorn mountain range stretching from Pass Creek Road to the Dayton area.
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Elk Fire burns 6 buildings near Dayton as residents fight to save homes
The lightning-caused blaze has spread from the Bighorn Mountains down to private property, forcing evacuations and closing ...
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'Families in crisis': Dayton remains on edge as Elk Fire burns in Wyoming
As the Elk Fire grew to nearly 50,000 acres in northern Wyoming Thursday, people in nearby Dayton are worried.
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School district 1 gives perspective on Elk Fire impact, will send a game plan Oct. 6 for upcoming week
Despite the unknown of what’s to come from the Elk Fire, Sheridan County School District 1 has been working to stay prepared ...