Mullen Fire Over 82,000 Acres
Firefighters have had to contend with dry, breezy weather and the fact that the fire is burning in an area with an abundance of dead trees.
Medicine Bow National Forest
Crews Lose Ground on Mullen Fire; Now 0% Contained
It's being reported at more than 80,000 acres in size.
Cooler Weather Helps Crews Battling The Mullen Fire
Cooler weather has allowed fire crews to continue structure protection work in the Mullen Fire in Medicine Bow National Forest.
WATCH: ‘Super Scooper’ Helping Out With Wyoming Fire
On Tuesday, helicopters delivered more than 22,000 gallons of water to help firefighters.
UPDATE: Mullen Fire Reaches 17,763 Acres
Gusty winds caused the fire to grow. National Forest Service officials say that fire managers expect more growth Wednesday.
SEE: Pictures of the Mullen Fire
As of Tuesday (September 22) evening, The Mullen Fire in Medicine Bow National Forest was at over 14,000 acres
USDA Asking for Public Assistance in Mullen Fire Investigation
They are asking anyone with information to call the anonymous tip line.
UPDATE: Mullen Fire at 2% Containment, Evacuations in Albany County
As of early Monday evening, The Mullen Fire has grown to 13,504 acres with 2% containment the Forest Service said.
Mullen Fire Prompts Closures in Medicine Bow National Forest
The Mullen Fire has prompted an area closure, including Savage Run Wilderness, Rob Roy Reservoir, and multiple trails and roads.
UPDATE: ‘Mullen Fire’ at Almost 4K Acres – More Growth Expected
It is named the "Mullen Fire" and it is now burning in Medicine Bow National Forest in the Savage Run Wilderness area about 50 miles west of Laramie, Wyoming.