"This fire is notable due to its initial size and the resources committed, with 21 personnel involved."
The Pleasant Ridge wildfire is located in Perkins County, South Dakota, with an initial reported size of 1260 acres. The fire is considered natural in origin and is being managed by an unspecified jurisdictional agency. The fire's behavior is currently minimal, and it is 100% contained. The fire was first reported on August 6, 2026, and has not shown any significant growth or containment changes across the timeline.
Minimal
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire is currently 100% contained and showing minimal behavior.
IRWIN ID: {C25F4553-A9C4-438C-8E3B-CB17D8C9B654}
Discovered: Jul 29, 2026
Cause: Natural
Coordinates: 45.6528, -102.3303
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The Pleasant Ridge Fire has burned 1,260 acres as of August 6, 2026.
Yes, the Pleasant Ridge Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Pleasant Ridge Fire is burning in Perkins, SD.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Pleasant Ridge Fire remains active.
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