Fire crews continue to battle wildfires in Custer County after working through the night to contain the flames.
According to Broken Bow Fire Department Public Information Officer Mason Holmes, the Lillian Fire and the E Table Road Fire were under control as of 8:40 a.m. Wednesday. However, active fires remain in the canyons, and suppression efforts are ongoing.
The Sutton Volunteer Fire Department shared images of the Lillian Fire from Tuesday night, showing crews hard at work. Multiple fire departments and volunteers are assisting in the response.
Weather Conditions and Safety Measures
Strong winds are expected to continue throughout the day, contributing to smoke in the area. Residents should remain cautious and avoid fire-affected zones.
On Tuesday, fire officials canceled all burn permits until further notice due to the ongoing fire risks.
Acknowledgments
The Broken Bow Fire Department extended gratitude to:
- Fire departments and teams assisting with containment.
- Custer County Communications for handling emergency calls.
- Custer County Emergency Management and WIRAT for coordination.
- Local ambulance services, including Broken Bow Ambulance Service and Merna EMS.
- The Custer County Sheriff’s Office for its support.
- Broken Bow Auxiliary and local families for providing food and supplies.
- Landowners and private individuals who contributed equipment for containment efforts.
- The City of Broken Bow for its assistance.
- Media outlets for keeping the public informed.
- Residents for staying vigilant and giving emergency crews space to operate safely.
Nebraska News will continue to provide updates as fire crews work to fully contain the wildfires
