Pack Trail Fire (WYBTF)

First Reported: 2024-09-28 22:21:36 UTC on September 28, 2024
Inciweb page: WYBTF Pack Trail Fire
Size: 89930 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: 0%
Pack Trail Fire (2024-09-28)
89,930 acre wildfire (0% contained)
Jackson, Wyoming, United States


Wildfire Status:

The Pack Trail Fire, which ignited on September 15, 2024, is currently burning approximately 23 miles southeast of Moran, Wyoming, affecting both the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Shoshone National Forest. As of the latest update, the fire has reached a size of 89,930 acres, with containment efforts showing significant progress—now reported at 95% completion. The fire management strategy consists of a combination of 50% confine and 50% point-protection tactics, with an Incident Management Team overseeing the suppression efforts.

Currently, the fire is in a patrol and monitor status due to the presence of some interior smoke and heat, although overall fire activity is described as minimal, with smoldering being the primary concern. The rugged and remote terrain has posed challenges for firefighting efforts, but recent winter weather, including snowfall, is expected to further reduce fire activity and mitigate the smoldering conditions. A total of 73 personnel, including crews and equipment, remain engaged in monitoring the situation.

All evacuation orders associated with the Pack Trail Fire have been lifted, allowing residents and visitors to return to the area. However, they are advised to exercise caution while traveling near the fire zones, particularly on narrow secondary roads that may be impacted by snow or ice accumulation. Local agencies, including the Bridger-Teton and Shoshone National Forests, will continue to monitor the fire area as necessary, and public updates will be provided through platforms like the Fremont County Emergency Management Facebook page and the Teton County Emergency Management website.

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Containment History:

Date Percent Contained
2024-09-28 0% contained
2024-10-05 0% contained
2024-10-07 10% contained
2024-12-13 0% contained

Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2024-09-28 3500 acres 5.5 sq mi 14.0 sq km
2024-09-30 11881 acres 18.6 sq mi 47.5 sq km
2024-10-02 18525 acres 28.9 sq mi 74.1 sq km
2024-10-03 18774 acres 29.3 sq mi 75.1 sq km
2024-10-04 19652 acres 30.7 sq mi 78.6 sq km
2024-10-05 19870 acres 31.0 sq mi 79.5 sq km
2024-10-06 26459 acres 41.3 sq mi 105.8 sq km
2024-10-07 54487 acres 85.1 sq mi 217.9 sq km
2024-10-08 60676 acres 94.8 sq mi 242.7 sq km
2024-10-09 66029 acres 103.2 sq mi 264.1 sq km
2024-10-10 67376 acres 105.3 sq mi 269.5 sq km
2024-10-11 71429 acres 111.6 sq mi 285.7 sq km
2024-10-12 73437 acres 114.7 sq mi 293.7 sq km
2024-10-13 75370 acres 117.8 sq mi 301.5 sq km
2024-10-14 77559 acres 121.2 sq mi 310.2 sq km
2024-10-16 86555 acres 135.2 sq mi 346.2 sq km
2024-10-20 88399 acres 138.1 sq mi 353.6 sq km
2024-10-21 89566 acres 139.9 sq mi 358.3 sq km
2024-10-22 89627 acres 140.0 sq mi 358.5 sq km
2024-10-23 89639 acres 140.1 sq mi 358.6 sq km
2024-10-24 89645 acres 140.1 sq mi 358.6 sq km
2024-10-25 89852 acres 140.4 sq mi 359.4 sq km
2024-10-27 89921 acres 140.5 sq mi 359.7 sq km
2024-12-13 89930 acres 140.5 sq mi 359.7 sq km