Willow Creek Fire now 96% contained
The Willow Creek Fire, which was first reported on August 22, is now nearly fully contained according to to the most recent update from officials with the Bridger-Teton National Forest. On Wednesday September 10, the fire is being described as…
Cooler temps and increased chance of rain in the forecast as Willow Creek Fire continues to be active.
According to the latest update on Monday provided by officials battling the Willow Creek Fire south of Smoot, wetter conditions and cooler temperatures are expected to aid in the effort. No increase in burning acreage was reported with the total…
Willow Creek Fire Update: Sunday August 24
The Willow Creek Fire entered its third day pushing nearly 4,000 acres with zero-percent containment according to officials. The fire was originally reported late Friday morning south of Afton, Wyoming and grew quickly due to dry fuel and windy conditions….
Avalanche carried Wisconsin snowmobiler into creek where he died
By Billy Arnold Jackson Hole Daily Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — The 24-year-old Wisconsin man who died Thursday southeast of Smoot was killed by an avalanche that broke loose above him and carried him into a creek below. “His…