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.