Fire Mop-Up Resumes in Red Top

Firefighters will resume mop up operations on the Rock Creek fire, which flared up yesterday. The blaze was reported a little before 5 PM yesterday afternoon and quickly grew to about thirty acres.

Crews and helicopters knocked out the active fire by about 9pm and will reassess the area this morning.

Officials warned residents of Red Top Meadows to remain prepared to evacuate should the fire conditions warrant. No evacuation order is in place.

The cause of the fire was undetermined.

Fire danger is listed as VERY HIGH.

Evacuation Advisory Remains Through The Night

An evacuation ADVISORY remains in effect for the Red Top Meadlows subdivision due to the Rock Creek Fire burning just south of the residential area.  The advisory involves those living north from the school bus turnaround and east from South Fall Creek Road.  Those in this area should gather belongings and pets in the event an evacuation becomes necessary.  An update on the situation will be issued in the morning. Meanwhile, fire crews remain on the lines through the night.

Fire Danger Rating Reduced

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Forest Fires Still Not Out

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State Prepares For Wolf Management

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Fire Suppression Winding Down

Suppression efforts on the Little Horsethief Canyon Fire continue to dwindle as the fire itself continues to cool.  Currently, 211 individuals aided by two helicopters and four fire engines continue mopping up and completing the last of the fire lines around the 3373 acre fire – which as of Sunday afternoon were 96% contained.  At the same time, … Continue Reading

Post-fire Restoration Begins

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Fire Danger Declared “Extreme”

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Hunters Urged To Be Fire Safe

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LHC Fire Wanes

Progress on the Little Horsethief Canyon Fire south of Jackson led to only slightly more fire line being established, but the fire continues to wane.  About 417 people are now fighting that fire aided by three helicopters, 18 fire engines and one bulldozer.  At this time, … Continue Reading