BILLINGS COUNTY, N.D. (ND Forest Service) – As of 8:00 AM MDT today, firefighters are reporting 70% containment and an estimated 5000 acres burned for the Horse Pasture Fire in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP) and the McKenzie District of the Little Missouri National Grassland.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time. The winds last night caused some flare ups, but responders are optimistic despite wind gusts expected again today. At this time, no structure damage has been reported, but the CCC campground and other infrastructure in the park could still be at risk.
Updated April 3 at 6:22 p.m. The temporary flight restriction (TRF) issued April 1 for the 10-mile radius around Medora, North Dakota, has been canceled. Pilots of manned aircraft, as well as operators of unmanned aircraft systems, should continue to exercise caution while flying in this area. The TRF may be reinstated on little to no notice at any time should firefighting operations require clear airspace. Pilots and operators should always check Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) or the FAA TRF site at https://tfr.faa.gov/tfr map ims/html/ before flying.
From N.D. Forest Service
Updated April 3 at 12:59 p.m.
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