Mandatory evacuations ordered near Fort Robinson due to South Fork Fire

The South Fork Fire has exploded from 800 acres overnight to nearly 9,000 acres. Mandatory evacuations are underway at Fort Robinson State Park, Highway 20 remains closed, and concerns the wildfire could threaten Crawford later this evening.

June 10, 2026Updated: June 10, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Mandatory evacuations ordered near Fort Robinson due to South Fork Fire

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