Horse Fire update – Thursday, June 19, 2025
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
June 19, 2025
Status: Active. Spotting. Torching.
Size: 1,456 acres; 6 percent containment
Objectives for the Fire: Full suppression of the fire.
Resources: 4 - Type 1 Hot Shot Crews, 3 - Type 2 IA Crews, 2 – Wildfire Use Modules, 2 Type 3 Engines, 1 - Type 1 Helicopter, 1 - Type 2 Helicopter, 1 - Type 3 Helicopter, 1 - UAS, 1 Water Tender
Personnel: 236
Today’s Strategy: With warmer and drier conditions coming back into the fire area Thursday, resources on the southern end of the fire will be focused on holding areas from the previous two shifts as well as continuing to fire pockets of unburned that could potentially threaten the lines. As wind continues to shift, the Northern part of the fire will evaluate the opportunities to fire off indirect lines.
Forecast: Expect sunny skies with a high of 81°F and a low of 49°F. Winds will be coming from the southwest at around 12 mph, and the chance of precipitation is very low at just 3%. Relative humidity will dip as low as 14%, which could contribute to dry conditions.
Fire Danger: Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to "MODERATE" for Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. The potential for fire activity has increased due to drying of vegetation combined with warmer and windier conditions.
Closures: A Horse Fire Area Road and Trail Closure is enacted from 7 a.m. on 6/16 through July 31 at 6 a.m. for public and firefighter health and safety during the Horse Fire, unless rescinded. Starting at Forest Road 10389 (Horse Creek Road), south along the Forest Boundary to Trial 2080 (Maki Creek) to Forest Road 10653 (Nylander Road), and northwest along Forest Road 10125 to Lincoln County Sublette County line to trail 2053 (North Horse Creek Trail) and east to Horse Creek Road. Forest Service Trial 2080 (Maki Creek Trail) and FS Roads 10653 and 10125 are open.
The described roads and trails include the following national forest system roads and trails located within and bordering the described area:
1. Forest Road 10341, 10346, 10389 (Horse Creek Road).
2. Portions of national forest system (NFS) trail numbers: 2053 (North Horse Creek), 2056 (Corlos Creek), 2047 (Old Indian),
3. NFS Trail Nos. 2082 (South Horse Creek), 2057 (Prospect Mountain)
Restrictions: Drones are prohibited from being flown anywhere near the fire area. Drones flying on the fire 6/14/25, halted aerial firefighting efforts for safety. When unauthorized drones enter wildfire airspace, firefighting aircraft are often grounded to prevent midair collisions. If you fly. We can’t. Drones are illegal in wildfire airspace.
Caution: Even during moderate fire activity, conditions can change rapidly. Flare-ups may occur due to shifts in wind patterns or an increase in dry fuels, leading to unexpected road hazards or intensified smoke. Fire activity may result in air quality changes. To check air quality in the area, visit: https://fire.airnow.gov
More Information:
Visit https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/wybtf-horse-fire for more information and related links.
Information: (307) 413-2481
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