Single Publication

 Midpoint Fire
 
 1:30 pm
 
Size: 2,000
Containment: 60%
Location: Deaf Smith County
Cause: Unknown

Crews were able to make progress on the fire constructing lines and conducting burnout operations when able. Rough terrain not seen in the daylight along with weather conditions had made the fire highly resistant to control.  Extreme fire behavior was observed throughout the entire night and this morning. Aircraft was only utilized for monitoring of the fire. Due to weather conditions, air tankers were unable to make drops. 

Fire crews have transitioned this morning and will continue to improve lines where needed and hold. Crews plan to hold the fire south of I-40. Additional resources  have been requested for the fire along with Single Engine Air Tankers who have been able to make retardant drops. Weather still makes progress difficult and little to no recoveries were observed throughout the night. Winds persisted throughout the night into today sustaining SW at 25 mph with gusts to 42 and relative humidity as low as 6 percent. Winds are forecasted to increase in the evening. Refer to local weather stations for current forecasts.

Multiple structures threatened. Crews will work on getting an accurate structure count.