Slug Creek Fire currently being fought in Caribou County
A fire in the Slug Creek area was first reported on October 13th.
Caribou-Targhee National Forest released an update stating: Fire crews responded to the Slug Creek Fire burning approximately 20 miles east of Soda Springs. Two hand crews, various air resources and 4 engines worked throughout the day keeping the fire to approximately 60 acres in size. Crews will be on scene again tomorrow (October 14) strengthening the line. Please use caution when recreating on your public lands and do not leave campfires unattended. Despite cooler evenings, vegetation is very dry and susceptible to fire growth.
The fire was reported at 120 acres at its peak size on the 13th, but was revised to 58 acres on the second day of engagement. There were various reports about the cause of the fire, which was attributed to an unattended campfire at one point, and an errant spark from a hunting rifle at another. An official cause has not been released yet, but the fire is under control, according to the latest report.
