BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Here's a quick summary of the status of wildfires in western North Dakota, power outages and other related news: Elkhorn Fire. As of 3:52 p.m. October 8, the 28,434-acre Elkhorn Fire near Grassy Butte is 50% contained. Bear Den Fire. The 11,746-acre Bear Den Fire near Mandaree is 30% contained, according to the state Department of Emergency Services. Ray-Tioga-Alamo Fire. What started as separate fires over the weekend merged into one, covering 88,934 acres. That fire is 99% contained, but potential flareups remain an issue at this time. Injuries and deaths. In a report to the Williams County Commission Tuesday, October 8, it was noted two people died and six others were injured as a result of the wildfires. Nicolaas van Eeden of South Africa and Edgar Coppersmith, Tioga, died in separate incidents. Evacuations. More than 100 people evacuated from their homes in the Arnegard and Keene areas Saturday due to the fires. Power outages. The Mountrail-Williams Power Cooperative has been working at a near-constant pace since the weekend fires, restoring power to homes, businesses and other locations throughout Williams County. As of the morning of October 9, about 180 locations remain without power. The cooperative hopes to have power restored to everyone by the end of the week. Other notes. State and local officials expect the fire danger conditions to continue through the fall. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Today's Top Stories SIGN UP NOW