Authorities Report 2,000-Acre Moreau River Fire Now 30% Contained

March 12, 2026 | Dewey, SD

Emergency responders are battling a 2,000-acre brush fire known as the Moreau River Fire, which is currently 30% contained. Firefighting units remain on the scene as efforts to control the blaze continue. The fire was reported on March 12 at approximately 7:23 p.m.

Units On Scene 2,000 acre brush fire, 30% contained. Moreau River Fire.

No further details on injuries or evacuations were immediately available.

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