Fire

The warning is in effect from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Strong winds were fanning the flames as fire crews responded.

Critical fire weather results from a combination of high temperatures, low humidities and strong, gusty winds.

WYDOT did not have an estimated time for the highway to reopen.

Many Torrington residents who heard the large explosion took to social media in an effort to determine the source Wednesday night.

Burn permits in Natrona County have been suspended.

These fire restrictions are in addition to the year-round wildfire prevention restrictions on BLM-administered public lands.

Preventable wildfires threaten lives, property and resources.

No fireworks of any kind may be used within Mills town limits.

Private contractors were repairing the fire lines Tuesday.