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Burnt Peak fire grows to 1,150 acres

Burnt Peak Fire
Burnt Peak Fire Map
Posted at 11:37 AM, Jul 14, 2021
and last updated 2021-07-14 13:37:52-04

TROY — A wildfire that was sparked by lightning in Lincoln County is continuing to grow.

The Burnt Peak Fire has grown to 1,150 acres and is 10% contained. Over 100 personnel are assigned to the wildfire.

The blaze is burning in timbered, steep terrain in the Keeler Creek Drainage 9 miles southwest of Troy.

Burnt Peak Fire Map
The Burnt Peak fire sparked by lightning July 7th burning southwest of Troy

Pre-evacuations notices remain in effect for North Fork Keeler residents.

There are road and trail closures in the vicinity of the fire.