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South Dakota Wildland Fire provides rapid and sustained attack on all wildland fires within our protection areas. Tweets do not equal endorsements.
The Black Hills of SD
Joined March 2013
A High Wind Warning has been issued for most of SD Thursday creating “Very High” to “Extreme” Grassland Fire Danger. SDWF urges anyone with recently burned slash piles to ensure piles are completely out. For info about pile burning safety visit https://t.co/HvcI8nZyMn.
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Attn Firefighters: Deadline is Fri Mar 6 to register for 2026 SDWF Academy Mar 19-22 in Pierre/Ft Pierre. Seats still available in S200, S270, and FI110. Classes open to firefighters from all agencies and states. Cost is $35 per class. Register online at https://t.co/2A0qFxFKKl.
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Now Hiring: Chief of Operations Deputy Director. 📷 South Dakota Wildland Fire (DPS) is looking for a dynamic leader to oversee statewide wildfire management, guide strategic planning, and build firefighting capacity. 📷 Apply Online: https://t.co/TIer6EyxAU...
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UPDATE-The Grey Rocks Fire south of Custer is now 100% contained at 58 acres. State, federal, and local crews remain on scene today extinguishing hot spots and monitoring the perimeter during the current wind event to safely handle any potential wind-generated fire activity.
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A RED FLAG WARNING has been issued for Tue Feb 17, from 11 am to 6 pm MT for a large portion of the SW corner of SD. Warm temps, low RH and gusty winds will create high to very high fire danger. Do not cause a spark outdoors . If you spot a fire call 911 immediately. #KeepSDsafe.
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A wildfire reported today at 12:53 p.m. approximately 3 miles south of Custer off Grey Rocks Road is currently estimated at 30-40 acres. Federal, state, and local resources are working on initial attack to suppress the “Grey Rocks Fire.” Forward progress has been stopped.
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A RED FLAG WARNING is in effect through 5 pm MT (6 pm CT) today in south central and southwestern SD. Suppressing wildfires can be extra difficult during this time. Do not cause a spark outdoors in these areas today. If you spot a fire call 911 immediately. #KeepSDsafe.
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UPDATE: FRIDAY 8:00 a.m. (MT): Firefighters have achieved 75% containment on the Silver Mountain Fire. State, fed and local crews have held the fire at 67 acres while working to secure fire perimeter. SDWF and USFS will continue extinguishing hot spots today & into the weekend.
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KELOLAND News Reporter Tyler Louder reports from the Silver Mountain Fire on Thursday. Coverage is below. https://t.co/82zaGdoRn8
keloland.com
Black Hills, S.D. (KELO) — Fire crews continue to work on the Silver Mountain Fire just southwest of Rockerville. Firefighters worked throughout the night to get the fire up to 50% contained.…
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NewsCenter1 Reporter Per Lundquist spoke with Incident Commander Casey Glines (SDWF) Thursday about Silver Mountain Fire. See story below. https://t.co/tk8tnicqnH
newscenter1.tv
South Dakota Wildland Fire reported no damage to structures, no evacuations, and no road closures as a result of the fire
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State, fed and local crews working hot spots along perimeter of Silver Mountain fire today through at least Friday. Currently 50% contained/67 acres. No roads closed: drivers should slow down on Hwy 16 and avoid Silver Mtn Rd unless crucial due to active firefighting operations.
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Silver Mountain Fire approx. 2 miles S. of Rockerville, SD is estimated at 50% containment tonight and GPS mapped at 67 acres. Firefighters will be on scene overnight into tomorrow. Fire reported at 11:30 am. State, federal and VFDs responded. Cause is under investigation.
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SDWF offers an 80% cost-share program to help landowners reduce wildfire risk around their homes. Focus is on creating defensible space by thinning trees and removing "ladder" fuels. Eligible projects may treat between 0.5 and 10 acres. More info at https://t.co/7pszYvUQ0f
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Beware. Most of the SD plains are in Very High to Extreme Grassland Fire Danger right now. Strong wind gusts today up to 60 mph with very dry grass and brush are a dangerous combination if a fire sparks. Even stronger gusts are forecast overnight. #keepSDsafe
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Save the dates! Registration is open for the 2026 SDWF Academy Mar 19-22 in Pierre/Fort Pierre. Classes are open to firefighters from all agencies/states. Register online at https://t.co/2A0qFxFKKl. Questions? contact Tamara Dierks at Tamara.Dierks@state.sd.us or 605-393-4229.
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Lack of moisture provides waiting game for burn piles in Black Hills
keloland.com
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — There is a lack of snow across KELOLAND, and that lack is hindering fire mitigation efforts in the Black Hills. With the lack of snow, there is very little moisture …
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Now Hiring: Chief of Operations Deputy Director. 📷 South Dakota Wildland Fire (DPS) is looking for a dynamic leader to oversee statewide wildfire management, guide strategic planning, and build firefighting capacity. 📷 Apply Online: https://t.co/TIer6EyxAU...
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Wishing you joy and peace this holiday season. If you’re traveling, drive sober, slow down on winter roads, and look out for each other. Stay safe and have a wonderful Christmas!
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UPDATE: Forward progress has been stopped on the Stan Mark Fire 2 miles S. of Keystone. It’s been mapped at 5.94 acres. Crews have begun mopping up. Firefighters will remain on scene all night and continue mopping up tomorrow (12.23). Cause of the fire is under investigation.
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