Firefighters

Firefighters managed to contain the flames to just the shop building, and extinguished the blaze a few hours after arriving.

Andersen encouraged smokers to ensure cigarette butts and any ashes are out cold before discarding them.

This story will be updated as more information is released.

Fire crews are being flown into the area.

It was first reported Monday at an estimated 500 acres in size.

No property damage or injuries had been reported as of Wednesday evening.

Fire managers still expected to have the Pedro Mountain Fire totally contained by Tuesday, Sept. 10.

The cause of the blaze was unknown as of Monday night.

The lightning-caused fire began Saturday.

Evacuations remain in place for Pedro Mountain Estates, Pedro Mountain Ranch Road and Cardwell Ranch.

Each plane can carry over 1,600 gallons of water per load.

The Casper Fire Department is reminding everyone to use caution when grilling or using heat sources outdoors.