Reports from the Park County Commissioner, Randy Taylor, tell that the fire is visibly put out but monitoring and surveying will continue throughout the day. Nearly 30 homes were evacuated and the officials are requesting them to not yet return to their homes. More details inside.

1500-2000 acres burned; 30 homes given evacuation notice; Residents only allowed back on Old Clyde Park Road and Willow Creek Road south of rural address #201.

There is a shelter set up at the Livingston Civic Center at 229 River Drive.

Please remember that all open flames, fireworks and campfires are banned within Park County and that you are responsible for any fire you start and the cost of suppression that can cost thousands of dollars

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