Drivers Cruise Through Active Fire Scene | Rapid City News

Rapid City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 17, 2026 · 1m

Drivers cruising through a raging car fire in Rapid City, South Dakota, nearly turned a dangerous situation into a catastrophe—literally driving over an active fire hose while firefighters battled flames. Deputy Chief Brian Povandra warned that such actions endanger lives and disrupt critical operations, emphasizing that equipment can be replaced but people can’t. With smoke blinding the scene and emergency crews working under extreme pressure, the fire department urges everyone to obey the “Move Over” law, avoid gawking, and find alternate routes—even if it means taking a detour. Thankfully…