Update 8pm: firefighters have stopped forward progress of the Sundance Fire.

Update 5:53PM: from South Dakota Department of Public Safety “There is an active wildfire burning 2 miles East of Argyle.  The Sundance Fire is estimated at 10-15 acres with tree torching.  The fire was reported at 3:30 pm. State, Federal, and local resources are on scene along with air support.”

PRINGLE, S.D. – Emergency management officials have issued mandatory Level 3 “GO” evacuations for residents south of Pringle as a wildfire continues to spread in the region.

The Custer County Sheriff’s Office announced that the immediate evacuation zone includes Mountain Lion, Sundance, Lowell Drive, and Lone Elk. As the fire progressed, officials expanded the evacuation orders to include south Park Road, west Argyle Road, and all connecting roads in the vicinity.

Residents in these specified areas are urged to leave their homes immediately to ensure public safety. A reception center for evacuees has been established at the Pringle Town Hall.

Authorities are requesting that all individuals stay out of the active fire area to allow emergency crews and first responders unobstructed access to the scene. For those seeking additional information regarding the fire status or evacuation procedures, the county has established a public information line at 605-673-8152.