Wildfire Alert:Texas Fire – Current as of 2:00 PM PT on 7/17/2024

Idaho Department of Lands sent this bulletin at 07/17/2024 03:23 PM MDT

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Texas Fire – Update

July 17, 2024, 2:00 PM PT

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

Location: East of Kendrick, Idaho

Estimated Size: 1,352 acres

Current situation:

Evacuations for the Cedar Ridge, Texas Ridge, Linden, all the way down Highway 3 and across the river are still in effect. P1 and Texas Ridge remain closed. 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

If you live in Nez Perce County and have questions about evacuation status at your location visit the Nez Perce County Emergency Management Facebook page below:

https://www.facebook.com/NPCEmergencyManagement/

Four primary residences have been lost.

The fire remains at 0% containment. Crews worked yesterday to develop containment lines along the fire perimeter. This work was aided with aircraft support. Crews will continue working on containment lines and locating optimal locations to construct new lines.

A chance of thunderstorms is predicted within the fire area today. These storms may produce gusty winds and dry lightning.

The fire remains under investigation.

The incoming Incident Management Team has arrived and is being briefed on the current situation. They will take command of the fire tomorrow July 18, 2024, at 6:00 A.M. PT.

Media Contact:

Nick Carter

208-334-0233

fireinformation@idl.idaho.gov

Texas Fire Map July 17th.pdf

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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