South Dakota
Crews battling grass fire in western South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Crews in western South Dakota are battling a large grass fire in Custer County.
According to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, the fire is estimated at 4,500 acres, and is burning between Highway 79 and Buffalo Gap. Smoke plumes could be seen as far as 15 minutes away.
Road closures are in effect for the area and state, federal, and local resources are on scene. Updates on the status of the fire will be provided as they become available.