According to the Nebraska Forest Service, the Pressey Fire has now burned about 10,000 acres and remains at 0% contained, despite misinformation circulating that it is fully contained.
One home and several outbuildings have been confirmed as lost due to the blaze. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The statement from the Forest Service says that crews are working day and night and that more resources are on the way including two Nebraska Air National Guard Black Hawk helicopters for bucket drops and a National Guard hand crew. The Forest Service also has staff on scene working with local responders to manage response efforts.
Pictures and videos below are from both Wednesday and Thursday
Past story links on the Pressey Fire (in order of posting)
– Several departments sent to grass fire north of Oconto
– Pressey Fire burns 6,000 acres in Custer County, traveling 12 miles
