PINEDALE — The Dollar Lake Fire north of Pinedale is now 63% contained, thanks to the ongoing efforts of some 230 wildland firefighters from Wyoming and beyond.

As of press time Wednesday, the Dollar Lake Fire was 19,487 acres.

Its cause remains undetermined.

Firefighters made contact with the Britt and Croy families last week to let them know they would do everything they could to protect a memorial belonging to Bryan Britt. In a photo update recently sent to the family, a cross, an engraved plaque, and other mementos left for Bryan Britt are unscathed.

Everything surrounding the items is black and charred from the blaze.

Mike Croy told the Pinedale Roundup the families are “very grateful” and extend their “sincere thanks and appreciation to all working the fire.”

About two dozen fi

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