Smith Creek Fire, Wyoming
This archive page covers the Smith Creek Fire in Wyoming, United States. Last known size: 2 acres under a Uncontained classification.
Activity & map
Timeline, Map & Situation
Timeline
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Size reported at approximately 2 acres (0.8 ha)
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Status: Uncontained
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Fire discovery / ignition reported
Map
42.7334, -106.1366
Current Situation
This archive page covers the Smith Creek Fire in Wyoming, United States. Last known size: 2 acres under a Uncontained classification.
The fire was last updated 13 hours ago by agency reporting systems.
Nearby communities include Evansville (17.7 km NW), Casper (20.7 km NW), Mills (22.2 km NW), Bar Nunn (26.2 km NW).
No dense smoke plume is currently mapped at this location. Several additional active wildfires are located within 125 km.
Growth Trend
Growth history is still collecting. Points are saved when agency size or status changes.
Environment
Current Conditions
Current Conditions
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Smoke
Layer analysis: Regional PM2.5 forecast haze is active on the live map; point density at this fire is not classified from plume polygons.
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Nearby & Resources
Nearby Fires
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No full road closures reported within about 25 mi right now.
Nearby Communities
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Evansville
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Casper
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Mills
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Bar Nunn
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Glenrock
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Insight
Why This Fire Matters
- One of the 10 largest active fires in Wyoming (currently ranked #9 among tracked incidents in this area).
- Located within 16 mi of nearby communities (closest: Evansville at 11 mi).
- Fire has remained active for 4 days.
Technical Incident Details
| Fire Name | Smith Creek |
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| Agency Fire ID | 2026-WYNAX-000322 |
| Country | United States |
| Province / State | Wyoming |
| Location | Natrona |
| Latitude | 42.73335 |
| Longitude | -106.13664 |
| Last Updated | Jul 28, 2026, 11:22 AM PDT |
| Current Status | Uncontained |
| Tracking | Archive — no longer in live feed |
| Acres Burned | 2 ac |
| Containment % | — |
| Cause | Undetermined |
| Nearby towns | Evansville (11 mi NW), Casper (13 mi NW), Mills (14 mi NW), Bar Nunn (16 mi NW), Glenrock (16 mi NE) |
| Discovery Date | Jul 25, 2026, 10:00 AM PDT |
| Fire Type | OUT |
| Data Source | nifc-wfigs |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the current size of this fire?
The last recorded size of the Smith Creek Fire was approximately 2 acres.
Where is this fire located?
The Smith Creek Fire is located in Wyoming, United States at approximately 42.7334, -106.1366. Nearby towns include Evansville (17.7 km NW), Casper (20.7 km NW), Mills (22.2 km NW), Bar Nunn (26.2 km NW).
Is this fire contained?
Agencies classify this fire as Uncontained. A numeric containment percentage is not available in the current feed.
When was it discovered?
Discovery (or first listed date) is recorded as 2026-07-25.
Is smoke affecting nearby communities?
No smoke plume is currently mapped near this fire in the smoke analysis layer.
What towns are near this fire?
Nearby settlements include Evansville (11 mi NW), Casper (13 mi NW), Mills (14 mi NW), Bar Nunn (16 mi NW), Glenrock (16 mi NE).
How many nearby fires are active?
There are 8 other active wildfires nearby.
What are current weather conditions?
Weather observations are unavailable for this location right now.
Is this fire still actively tracked?
This fire is no longer in the live active feed (last update 13 hours ago).