Wildfire Alert: Texas Fire – Current as of 7:21 PM PT on 7/15/2024

Idaho Department of Lands sent this bulletin at 07/15/2024 08:26 PM MDT

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Texas Fire - Update

July 15, 2024, 7:20 PM PT

Date of Origin: Monday, July 15, 2024, approx. 4:00 PM PT

Location: East of Kendrick, Idaho

Estimated Size: 150 acres

Current situation:

Evacuations are still in effect for the Texas Fire near Kendrick. The number of structures threatened is now between 50 to 60. Evacuations are being handled by the Latah County Sheriff’s office with the assistance of Latah County Emergency Management. For more information regarding the evacuations go to: https://www.facebook.com/LatahCountySO

Idaho Department of Lands firefighters continue to aggressively attack the wildfire in the Potlach River Canyon near the junction of Texas Ridge Road and Cedar Ridge Road.

Larger Air Tankers from Missoula are currently dropping retardant on the fire to prevent spread. A Complex Incident Management Team has been ordered to manage the fire.

Media Contact:

Nick Carter

208-334-0233

fireinformation@idl.idaho.gov

Most wildfires are caused by humans. Be part of the solution – learn how!

· Be aware of and follow all fire restrictions

· During closed burn season, before burning debris apply for a free burn permit – it’s the law

· Use campfires safely by staying clear of flammable debris and burning on mineral soil

· Maintain vehicles and OHVs properly – especially their tires - so you don’t spark a fire

· Secure trailer chains so they don’t drag and cause a fire

· Never park over dry grass because hot exhaust systems can start a fire

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Idaho Department of Lands in partnership with two Timber Protection Associations and with the support of rural volunteer fire departments and other partners, provides fire suppression and prevention on more than 9 million acres of state and private forests and rangelands in Idaho. IDL focuses on initial attack with the goal of keeping fires at 10 acres or less. IDL protects and preserves important endowment timber assets that help fund Idaho schools and other beneficiaries, as well as millions of acres of private forestland.

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