Wildfire near Rapid City, SD spreads to 200 acres forcing evacuations

PENNINGTON CO., S.D. (KVRR)– Evacuations are underway near Rapid City, South Dakota after a wildfire broke out.

Rapid City Fire Department says around two dozen structures are threatened.

The fire is estimated at 200 acres and remains very active.

Firefighters from federal, state, and local agencies are on scene with multiple engines, dozers and aircraft.

If safe, a law enforcement escort will be provided to retrieve livestock to be sheltered at Central States Fairgrounds.