Hard working firefighters have achieved 50 percent containment on the Iron Fire located 18 miles northwest of Craig in Moffat County. The fire, which was called in on September 29th, quickly spread to over 7,000 acres but most fire activity since Sunday has occurred within containment lines. According to the Monday afternoon update from the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office, additional resources have been added to the fire organization, including an additional 20-person Hand Crew and a 6-person Engine Module bringing the fire line personnel to 71. “Crews will continue to focus on mopping up isolated areas still holding heat and expect to increase containment by the end of the day. The weather system moving in is expected to bring rain and chances of lighting. There is also a chance for a rain/snow mix on Tuesday morning…Firefighters will remain on scene until 100% Containment is achieved.
