Sit. The lightning-caused fire is now 81 acres, burning in rugged terrain within the Caribou Mountain Range. See current wildfires and wildfire perimeters on the Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center Wildfire Map. Mile Marker 1 – The Mile Marker 1 fire started today, 11 miles south of Malad on I-15. Report - Wildland Fire Update - Active Fire Mapping Program ... Idaho Fire Restrictions HOTLINE. The Idaho Fire Map is the only statewide map of all available fire information in one place. Author: KTVB Staff Published: 7:14 PM MDT July 23, 2019 For more information contact the Palisades Ranger District at (208) 523-1412. IDAHO FALLS — Several fires are burning in southeast Idaho, each requiring a unique management strategy. The Forest and IDF&G is aware that a small portion of Hunting Unit 66 is affected between 4th of July and Commissary Ridge. Share This . The fire’s location is presenting several challenges to firefighting operations including the presence of snags, rolling materials, steep terrain and sheer cliffs. Here are the biggest fires in that area: Information on the Tincup Fire will be updated weekly on inciweb here. Interactive real-time wildfire map for the United States, including California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Arizona, and others. ... As multiple massive fires burn through Washington and California, there are also some burning in North Idaho. Nethker Fire burning nearBurgdorf Hotsprings. Information on the Boone Fire will be updated weekly and available on inciweb here. Fire behavior was moderated due to precipitation, but it remains creeping and smoldering with isolated single-tree and group-tree torching. This lightning-ignition provides an opportunity for the CTNF to achieve the following resource objectives including: reduce heavy fuel loading, decrease the intensity of a future wildland fire, increase plant and animal diversity and restore wildlife habitat. Two helitack crews comprised of 12 individuals and eight smokejumpers are engaged in suppression efforts. The fire is currently one acre in size burning on a steep hillside covered in thick timber. However, the majority of the area is still open to archery enthusiasts. Fire Restriction Areas. 1-844-ID-FIRES or 1-844-433-4737. Fire officials are using hand ignition methods to eliminate dense fuel loading in a controlled manner. Several resources responded and contained the fire to 2 acres by early this afternoon. However, a cooling trend is predicted to arrive on Wednesday bringing cooler temperatures and possible moisture. The state has 10 fires, numbering 17,963 acres total. For public safety the CTNF strongly advises individuals to stay off trail 262 (along 4th of July Ridge); trail 017 (along Commissary Ridge); and trail 260 (which connects 4th of July to Commissary). Estimated time of containment is set for Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. By increasing aspen stands and enhancing vegetation diversity and composition through this prescribed fire effort, the IDF&G, CTNF and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation seek to improve big game habitat. All rights reserved, If you choose local pickup, please get your gift certificate at our office at 400 W. Sunnyside in Idaho Falls Dismiss, Murder-suicide investigation after two bodies found in central Idaho coffee shop, Popular restaurant opening in Idaho Falls next week, U-haul carrying deceased remains for burial stolen in Utah, Bitterly cold temperatures predicted in eastern Idaho; Winter weather warning issued near Wyoming, Montana borders, Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Dreams’ returns to the charts, thanks to Idaho Falls TikTok star’s viral video, Category 3 Delta starts lashing Louisiana and Texas as storm-weary residents brace for fierce wind and surge. Idaho Fire Restriction Information; Access is limited and helicopters are being used to shuttle in crew members and complete bucket drops when necessary. St. Charles Prescribed Burn – The St. Charles Prescribed Burn project kicked off last week. Do your trees have wind damage? The fire is still several miles away from Grand Teton National Park. To keep you updated, safe and in the know, this page will provide the very latest news and updates throughout the summer. Wildland firefighters throughout southern and central Idaho are bracing for severe fire weather this week. Fall Creek Aspen Restoration Project Prescribed Burn – Burning operations continue on the Fall Creek Aspen project, which is located near Palisades Reservoir between 4th of July and Commissary Ridge. The following is a news release and photo from the Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center. As of August 29, 800-acres have been completed. It's simply a tool to help Fish and Game customers in decision making. This resource is not the official fire information resource. The fire is approximately 89 acres in size. We are compiling the latest fire activity and closures from InciWeb and making them available as real-time maps and downloads on our website. The CTNF is aware of several important values in the area including BSA Camp Loll and structures within Squirrel Meadows. Should conditions change, additional steps will be taken. Big Elk ­– Detected on August 31, the Big Elk fire is burning approximately 8 miles southwest of Wilson, Wyoming northeast of Palisades Reservoir. Idaho has a surprisingly large number of active fires right now. The following is a news release and photo from the Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center. Boone ­– The Boone fire was detected August 16, approximately 25 miles north of Driggs on the Wyoming border. For more information, please contact the Montpelier Ranger District at (208) 847-0375. As more information becomes available, this page will be updated. The annual Fire Prevention Order put into place on May 10, 2020 will remain in effect for a couple more weeks until Oct. 20, 2020.