Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Fire officials are urging drivers to use caution after a discarded cigarette sparked a roadside fire northwest of Chadron on Monday.

July 21, 2026Updated: July 21, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Note: Generic fire damage picture

Regional

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State

WNCC Scottsbluff campus threat resolved

Blair asking residents to back off watering lawns

Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Ashland daycare provider charged with seven counts of child abuse

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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