Colorado, Wyoming Crews Will Help Fight Canadian WildfiresColorado, Wyoming Crews Will Help Fight Canadian WildfiresLast week, Colorado sent one of its two wildfire planes to Fairbanks, Alaska to help respond to fires there.Associated PressAssociated Press
Casper Vice Mayor Shawn Johnson Supports Using Fireworks in City, Contrary to County-wide BanCasper Vice Mayor Shawn Johnson Supports Using Fireworks in City, Contrary to County-wide BanProfessionally-produced fireworks displays are allowed at certain events, such as the July 4th show at the Casper Events Center.Tom MortonTom Morton
Smoke From US Wildfires Boosting Health Risk for MillionsSmoke From US Wildfires Boosting Health Risk for MillionsEven among wildfire experts, understanding of health impacts from smoke was elusive until recently. Associated PressAssociated Press
Wyoming Forestry Division Prepares for Fire SeasonWyoming Forestry Division Prepares for Fire SeasonWildland firefighting is a team effort with federal, state and local resources.Tom MortonTom Morton
Agency: Safeguards Failed in Fire That Killed 5 at Gas WellAgency: Safeguards Failed in Fire That Killed 5 at Gas WellPatterson has said it does not comment on pending litigation but is committed to preventing future accidents.Associated PressAssociated Press
Study: Controlled Burns Underused to Reduce Wildfire RisksStudy: Controlled Burns Underused to Reduce Wildfire RisksThe practice might gain better acceptance in the West if people see its potential to improve big game habitat, she said.Associated PressAssociated Press
70-Year-Old Man Rescued From Rock Springs Fire Dies70-Year-Old Man Rescued From Rock Springs Fire DiesTwo Rock Springs police officers were treated for smoke inhalation and released from the hospital. Zach SpadtZach Spadt
Mills Mayor: Town Wants to Hear Ideas for Fire DepartmentMills Mayor: Town Wants to Hear Ideas for Fire DepartmentThe town has been looking at options including a volunteer fire department that would pay volunteers when they respond to calls.Tom MortonTom Morton
Notre Dame Rector: ‘Computer Glitch’ Possible Fire CulpritNotre Dame Rector: ‘Computer Glitch’ Possible Fire CulpritOn Thursday, Paris police investigators said they think an electrical short-circuit most likely caused the fire.Associated PressAssociated Press
Investigators Seek Help in Solving Wyoming Forest Fire StartInvestigators Seek Help in Solving Wyoming Forest Fire StartInvestigators determined the blaze originated from an abandoned warming fire in the upper reaches of the Hoback River drainage. Associated PressAssociated Press