Fire Figures Updated

As of Monday afternoon, the Badlands Fire Complex was spanning 54,566 acres, and it was just 40% contained with 278 personnel assigned. The Coyote Fire, at 22,184 acres, was 75% contained, with smoke jumpers transitioning to the Thompson Fire, which has burned 31,556 acres and said to be 20% contained. Firefighters continue focusing on thick vegetation removal and constructing containment lines. The Powder Fire is fully contained and is now under patrol. An air quality advisory is in effect due to wildfire smoke. Evacuation orders and road closures are in place, so check local resources for updates.