Wildcat Fire Burns Near Newcastle

The Wildcat Fire was report on 09-11-12 at 11:00 p.m. The fire is burning approximately 15 miles south of Newcastle, WY. It is estimated to be 70 acres in size. The cause is under investigation. A Type III Organization lead by Incident Commander Todd Hoover has been order and is en-route. Resources on scene include state (both Wyoming and South Dakota), local, and volunteer fire departments, as well as Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. Inciweb will be updated as more information becomes available.  Fire information can be reached at 307-746-8311.