Teton Interagency Fire

The third fire in a 24 hour period believed to be human caused as no lightning has been recorded in the area for several weeks. The Dog Fire is located on a west facing aspect just below the ridgeline in the Dog Creek drainage. A fire ring has been located within the fires perimeter. The fire is spotting in grass, brush and timber fuel models the incident commander has requested 6 firefighters to help with the suppression strategy. The Bridger Teton National Forest is under Stage 1 fire restrictions. If you are recreating within the Teton or Gros Ventre Wilderness areas, fires are allowed and only in these wilderness areas!