Rice Ridge Fire Saturday Morning Update

Rice Ridge Fire Morning Update: Another community meeting will be held Monday, Aug. 21 at 6pm at the Seeley Lake Elementary School.

The Rice Ridge Fire grew significantly to the east into the Cottonwood Creek drainage, adding 3,000 acres. It is now 14,834 acres and remains 10% contained. There are currently 573 firefighters assigned to the fire including: 7 crews, 32 engines, 4 helicopters, 2 dozers, 18 water tenders and overhead personnel.

YESTERDAY: The lake at Seeley Lake, Clearwater Canoe trail, and the Big Larch Boat Launch have been opened. Big Larch campground is still closed. Crews mon...

 

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