Fire Update – Skyline Drive Area
Just after 1:30 p.m., RCFD responded to reports of multiple fires in the Skyline Drive area. Three fires turned into two, after two of them combined…reported to be related to downed power lines. A caller also reported a possible electrical transformer explosion. The exact cause remains under investigation.
Current Status:• Crews have stopped forward progress
• Handlines are being placed around the fire
• No structures are threatened
• No evacuations at this time
Resources on scene include:
Rapid City Fire Department, RCFD Module Crew, State Wildland resources, Whispering Pines & Rapid Valley Volunteer Fire Departments.
Due to ongoing operations and downed power lines, please avoid the area to allow firefighters to work safely.We will provide updates as information becomes available.
(Photo Credit: Rapid City Fire Department)
