The Bare Fire, in the Wyoming Range, is approximately 370 acres and 17% contained. Approximately 147 personnel are assigned to the incident.
Rain came through the fire area early Wednesday morning resulting in crews being removed from the burn area due to safety concerns. Trips, falls and overhead hazards are among the concerns. Once the rain stopped, firefighters were able to get back to work and gained additional containment. Fire activity has decreased due to moisture, but creeping and smoldering continue. The area received 7/10ths of an inch of rain yesterday morning. More rain is expected over the next few days.
Strengthening and securing the perimeter will continue to be the focus on Thursday. Hose lays and engines will be among the resources used, in addition to hand tools by the crews. Preparations have been made to pull firefighters off the mountain should weather be a repeat of Wednesday.
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., with potential wind gusts around 40 miles per hour. The day is forecast to be cooler and cloudy. Rain totals between 0.25 and 0.50 inches are possible. Friday’s forecast is similar.
Smoke will continue to linger across the area due to ongoing wildfires throughout the western United States. For the latest air quality information, visit AirNow.gov.
Both the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the BLM High Desert District have issued Bare Fire Area and Road Closure Orders to provide for public and firefighter safety. Both orders are available on the Bare Fire InciWeb page.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect for the Teton Interagency Dispatch area, which includes the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Grand Teton National Park, and the National Elk Refuge. See Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Forest Order #04-03-26-304 here for more information.
The fire danger rating remains “high” for the area, meaning wildfires can start easily and spread quickly.
Find the latest updates, maps and more on the Bare Fire InciWeb page.
For other news, events and information, visit the Bridger-Teton National Forest website and follow the Bridger-Teton on Facebook and X @BridgerTetonNF.