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As of 6:30 p.m., the fire is estimated to be 50 to 100 acres in size.Â
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Tuesday afternoon, a reconnaissance flight found smoke in grass and junipers in the area, the BIAÂ Forestry & Wildland Fire Management Crow Agency reports.
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Engines and helicopters from Pryor, Crow Agency and Billings, responded but due to extremely dry conditions, the fire spread quickly.
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According to the BIA, the fire was caused by lightning which struck in a rough, roadless coulee Sunday, where it then smoldered for over 24 hours before igniting.
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Section House Draw has many cultural sites, so Crow Tribe Historic Preservation officers are also involved in management of the fire.