Fact Sheet: July 17 lightning fires in Great Basin National Park

Date:
July 18, 2024
Contact:Travis Mason-Bushman, (775) 293-2146

BAKER, Nev. - Lightning from a series of strong thunderstorms which passed over Great Basin National Park on the afternoon of July 17 ignited at least two wildfires within the park's boundaries. The status of these fires is as follows:

• The 0.1-acre Mill Creek Fire was reported in the Mill Creek drainage northeast of the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive at 4:33 p.m. on July 17. Three smokejumpers and two engines responded to the blaze, and their efforts contained and controlled the fire this morning.
• The 0.1-acre Pyramid Peak Fire was reported on the flanks of Pyramid Peak at 7:41 p.m. on July 17. Helicopter reconnaissance and size-up of the fire is scheduled this afternoon.
• A report of fire near Lehman Flats at 3:32 p.m. on July 17 was investigated by firefighters, who found no active fire.

Know Before You Go There are currently no restrictions on public access in the park, but please be aware of active firefighting efforts and avoid areas where firefighters are working.

While campfires, barbecues, and wood stoves are currently permitted, please use extreme caution with any sources of ignition, and if you choose to have a fire, be sure it is dead out before going to sleep or leaving your campsite. Please report any smoke or fire by contacting a park ranger or dialing (775) 289-1925.

For up-to-date information on lightning fires within the park, visit the 2024 Great Basin National Park Lightning Inciweb page.

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