Pinedale, Wyo., August 2, 2024 — The Bridger-Teton National Forest is fighting a new fire on the Pinedale Ranger District of the forest. The Leeds Creek fire was reported at 10:47 a.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2024, by Forest Service staff who spotted smoke from the Union Pass area. The fire is currently 100 acres in size and is burning in mixed conifer and slash approximately 9.5 miles southwest of Dubois, WY. Smoke from the fire may be visible from the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), Dubois and Pinedale. Cause of the fire is unknown.

A type 3 Incident Commander (IC), two helicopters, a fire module and multiple engines are currently on scene working to suppress the fire. The Forest Service uses all available strategies and tools to manage wildfires, and public and firefighter safety are the top priorities for fire managers.

The fire danger rating for the Bridger-Teton National Forest is currently High. That means fires can start easily from most causes, and small fuels such as grasses and needles will ignite readily.