Gov. Pillen declares emergency for Sioux County as Log Road Fire burns more than 1,000 acres

Declaration allows state resources and funding to support wildfire response northeast of Harrison

June 30, 2026Updated: June 30, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Gov. Pillen declares emergency for Sioux County as Log Road Fire burns more than 1,000 acres

Fire crews respond to Log Road Fire, June 30, 2026. Photo from Long Pine Firefighter Kurt Foken

Regional

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State

High winds push Log Road Fire near Crawford beyond containment lines

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Gov. Pillen declares emergency for Sioux County as Log Road Fire burns more than 1,000 acres

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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