Public Information Officer: Amanda Medaries
(318)557-2559
amanda.medaries@usda.gov
Update on the Bennett Wildfire
(EDGEMONT, SD) August 19, 2024 — Fire personnel continued holding the fire within the containment lines all last night and into this morning. Today’s plan of action is to continue mopping up the burned area while continuing to secure and patrolling the remainder of the boundary, all while keeping firefighter and public safety at the forefront. Air tankers and aerial support are still available to support firefighters if needed.
As of 8:00 am this morning, there are still
currently 110 fire personnel from across the region, including those from
throughout South Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and Colorado. Multiple
agencies and volunteer fire departments are supporting the effort to suppress
the fire.
The fire remains at 367 acres on the Black Hills National Forest. However, significant efforts have been made and the fire is now 90% contained.
