BOULDER, Wyo. — A new fire is burning on the Pinedale Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest.

The Muddy Ridge Fire was reported Wednesday, July 13, 2022, around 4 p.m.

The fire is 1/4 acre in size and located near Muddy Ridge Road southeast of Boulder, WY. The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time.

Crews were successful in getting a hand line around the fire. They have begun mop-up operations. A squad of firefighters in a type three helicopter remain on scene and are suppressing the fire.

There are no trail or road closures in effect for this fire. It is burning in timber and fire danger for the area remains at ‘High’.

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