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Evacuation warning near Helmville for wildfire

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Posted 10:36 PM, Aug 23, 2024
and last updated 12:53 AM, Aug 24, 2024

The Powell County Sheriff has issued evacuations near the McEwain Creek Fire north of Highway 271 in the Helmville area, specifically the Ledger Road area.

It is a limited warning for residents in the immediate area.

The fire is burning west of Helmville and was last reported at around 40 acres.

The Sheriff's Office warns this is fast-moving and those in the path should be ready to evacuate.

The fire was first reported at 12:42 PM on Friday.

There is no word at this point on the suspected cause of the fire.

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