Lightning caused fire burnt hot and fast despite rainfall

Lightning caused fire burnt hot and fast despite rainfall
Rainfall didn’t stop this lightning caused fire from burning hot and fast.

PINEDALE – A severe thunderstorm passed over the Pinedale Ranger District and surrounding area on Sept. 17 bringing lightning and heavy rain.

Smoke were reported in the Upper Green River basin and local firefighting resources responded. This fire was located at approximately 6:30 pm and was receiving large amounts of precipitation.

Crews returned to the fire 9/18 and are suppressing the 1/4 acre fire. The video shows that despite the rain the fire remained hot and burning.

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