SUNDANCE, Wyo. – Fire officials in Wyoming say a fire that destroyed a home Saturday night was sparked by a wood scrap pile that got away in dry, windy conditions.
The Crook County Fire Warden says crews have been keeping an eye on the fire since its start Saturday night, making sure no hot spots reignite.
The fire was located about 11 miles north and east of Sundance near Sand Creek and Rifle Pit Road. It was listed at 90-percent containment Sunday night.
The fire burned one home with a garage and outbuilding. The home is owned by James and Jessica Halverson and their family. The family lost everything and there are several funds set up to help them, including one at Sundance State Bank and a GoFundMe page titled ‘Help-the-Halversons.”
In a family release, James Halverson says “Your generosity is overwhelming. Our family is safe, the kids are still getting much needed sleep this morning, and our immediate needs have been met. And thank you to all of the firefighters who worked incredibly hard to fight a fire and wind that was terrifying.”
The fire burned a total of approximately 104 acres as of today.
Rough and steep terrain in some areas made it difficult to get around the fire at times. At peak, an estimated 35-36 trucks and 70 personnel were involved in fighting the fire, including crews from Wyoming State Forestry and Black Hills National Forest.
If you would like to help the Halverson’s, the GoFundMe page is located here:
