Tuesday Flormann/Skyline Drive Fire update

UPDATE 7/15/26:

FINAL INCIDENT UPDATE: The Flormann Street and Skyline Drive fire has been determined to have been caused by a catalytic converter, and the fire’s final size is 2.1 acres.

Fire crews have completed operations. One residence sustained minor structural damage. No homes were lost, and there were no reported injuries.

Catalytic converters can reach extremely high temperatures during normal vehicle operation. Please make sure you keep your vehicle’s exhaust system properly maintained.

UPDATE AT 10pm from the Rapid City Fire Department-

FINAL UPDATE: The Flormann Street/Skyline Drive fire is contained.

Fire crews will continue to monitor the area over the next few days and address any remaining hot spots as needed.

There were no injuries reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Thank you to our firefighters, our partner agencies, and the community for your cooperation during this incident.

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Multiple homes have been evacuated after a fast-moving timber and grass fire broke out in Rapid City on Tuesday evening.

The Rapid City Fire Department reported that crews responded to the blaze at approximately 6:30 p.m. off of Flormann and Skyline Drive. Officials confirmed the fire is actively threatening structures in the area.

Authorities are asking the public to stay away from the scene and avoid all non-essential travel near the incident to ensure emergency responders can work safely and efficiently.

“If you are in the affected area, follow instructions from emergency personnel and be prepared to leave immediately if directed,” the Rapid City Fire Department said in a statement.

Officials added that additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.