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Lemhi County Wildland Urban Interface & Firewise Helping the community reduce wildfire risk through defensible space, fuels reduction, and preparedness.

07/20/2026

Fire Updates

🔥Fritzer Fire, located 22 miles west of Salmon, Idaho, is out.

🔥Big Chief Fire, located approximately 10.5 miles SE of Yellow Pine, Idaho, is out.

🔥Bird Fire, located approximately 5.5 miles north-northwest of Carmen, Idaho, is contained and controlled.

07/15/2026

We have confirmed that the was human-caused. Investigators have determined the fire originated from an unattended campfire used by an unknown individual to cook food sometime between July 11–12, 2026. The ignition point is located approximately one-quarter mile uphill from the Luther Heights Organizational Camp. Evidence collected at the scene has been submitted to a crime laboratory for further analysis as the investigation continues.

U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement and Investigations is seeking information from anyone who may have been in that area during the identified timeframe or who may know someone who was. Anyone with information is encouraged to call us at 208-423-7500.

Current weather outlooks indicate an extremely dry year ahead, and agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and Wildland Fi...
06/10/2026

Current weather outlooks indicate an extremely dry year ahead, and agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and Wildland Fire Service are preparing for potentially severe fire conditions.

Because of this, it’s more important than ever for our community to stay informed, prepared, and proactive. We strongly encourage everyone to take advantage of the tools and resources provided by the county to receive updates, understand risks, and be ready in case of emergency.

04/23/2026
04/06/2026
03/19/2026

Do your part to help prevent wildfires as record heat impacts much of the country this week.

According to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) hundreds of daily temperature records may be set from the West Coast to the Plains. These conditions can accelerate fuels drying and snowpack melting, increasing wildfire risk in many areas.

Take a few steps to help prevent wildfires and protect your community:
- Check local fire restrictions
- Avoid activities that could spark a fire on hot, dry, or windy days
- Properly extinguish your campfires – drown, stir, and cold to the touch
- Secure tow chains and keep your car tires fully inflated
- If debris burning is permissible in your area, keep piles small and burn only under appropriate conditions

Small actions can prevent devastating wildfires.

Find more tips from Smokey Bear at: https://smokeybear.com/
Red Flag Warnings from the NWS can be found here: www.weather.gov/fire/

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