Approximate Location
Incident Overview
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Prescribed Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Thursday September 11th, 2008 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Location | 45 miles north of Kemmerer, WY |
| Incident Commander | Randall |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 4 |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,290 acres |
| Fuels Involved | The fire has moved out of old logging slash into natural fuels with standing dead. |
| Fire Behavior | Fire behavior is minimal due to the moisture we received over the weekend. Fire activity is mimimal but hazards still exist in and near the fire area. |
| Significant Events | Fire Managers will continue monitoring the fire on the ground and by air as conditions warrant. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Fire Managers will continue to work with the local Ranger District personnel. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | The fire has had no new growth. |
| Remarks | Closures are no longer in effect at this time for the Shingle Mill Fire. Forest users are urged to use extreme caution while hunting in the vicinity of the fire, beware of the following hazards: falling snags and trees, rolling rocks and logs, and hot spots that may have caused sink holes. Caution signs along with a map of the fire perimeter are posted at access points into the area . Visitors should contact the Kemmerer Ranger District for updated information. Fire Danger Rating on the Bridger-Teton National Forest is low. |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 5 mph NW |
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| Temperature | 31 degrees |
| Humidity | 78% |
