Beaver Dam Fire (WYMRF)

Wildfire Status:

The Beaver Dam Fire, located in the Medicine Bow National Forest near the Colorado-Wyoming state line, has been declared contained and controlled as of July 6, 2025. The fire, which was reported on July 3, reached a final size of 6 acres and was confirmed to have been ignited by lightning. As of the latest update on July 7, the U.S. Forest Service has transitioned command to a Type V Incident Commander and plans to rescind the associated forest closure order.

The response from fire agencies was prompt and aggressive, with initial firefighting efforts spearheaded by the U.S. Forest Service along with local engines from Jackson County, Colorado, and Encampment, Wyoming. A significant aerial operation, dubbed Operation Sky Hammer, utilized two Type I helicopters to drop 50,000 gallons of water on the fire on July 4, aiding in the rapid containment efforts.

Current weather conditions in the area are marked by thunderstorms, which could pose ongoing risks for fire activity, although the fire's perimeter is now 100% contained. As of the latest report, only a small number of personnel remain on-site to monitor the situation, ensuring that the fire remains under control and that no flare-ups occur in the aftermath of the incident.

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