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“First Thunder Fire” in the Black Hills National Forest (Update)

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“First Thunder Fire” in the Black Hills National Forest (Update)

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Location: 3 miles southwest of Rapid City,

SD Fire Information: 605-923-8868 Start Date: 9/2/2024 Cause: Under Investigation

Size: 157 acres

Containment: 41% Resources: 200 total personnel, heavy equipment including dozers, engines, and hand crews. Airtankers and helicopters are on standby.

September 4, 2024 – Firefighters continued their efforts throughout the night to contain the First Thunder fire that was reported early evening on September 2, 2024. The fire had little growth overnight, allowing crews to establish and reinforce containment lines around the fire to stop forward progression.

Multiple air resources aided ground crews yesterday with suppression efforts. Firefighter and public safety continue to be a top priority.

There are still no evacuations in effect. Pre-evacuation information continued to be delivered by the Pennington County Sheriff’s Department to residents yesterday impacted by the fire for their awareness.

Road closures are still in effect today. Taylor Ranch, Norseman, and Victoria Lake remain closed. Buzzard’s Roost Trailhead and Falling Rock are now open.

Fire weather today starts a three-day trend of bringing more favorable weather to the Black Hills area with temperatures into the 70s and higher relative humidities.

Breezy winds today around 25mph, with gusts up to 40mph during passing storms. A chance of scattered rain showers today could bring much needed precipitation to the area, aiding with fire suppression efforts.

For more information, please visit the First Thunder fire Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/FirstThunderFire2024

Public safety information can be found at www.facebook.com/PennCoSheriff.

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