Wildfire Alert: Texas Fire – Current as of 8:30 AM PT on 7/24/2024

Idaho Department of Lands sent this bulletin at 07/24/2024 09:42 AM MDT

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Texas Fire – FINAL Update

July 24, 2024, 8:30 AM PT

Date of Origin: Monday, July 15, 2024

Location: East of Kendrick, Idaho

Cause: Human

Size: 1,582 acres Containment: 80% Personnel: 114

Northern Rockies Team 8 will transfer command of the Texas Fire back to the Idaho Department of Lands Thursday, July 25^th at 6:00 AM PT. Robbie Easley, a local Type 4 Incident Commander will assume command of the fire along with approximately 50 firefighters.

Current Situation:

Approximately 50 firefighters, including 2 crews, 2 engines, and 1 water tender will remain on the incident and continue to patrol the fire area. Firefighters will check on visible smokes and take necessary actions to stop further fire spread.

Please be mindful of firefighters still working and driving within the fire area. Slow down for your safety and theirs.

Weather: Today, cooler temperatures are expected in the low 90’s. There is a 25% chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms after 3:00 PM PT, with potential for gusty, erratic winds between 20-30 mph. Thursday, a mostly dry cold front will bring an increase in west to southwest winds sustained around 10 mph.

***This will be the last update for the Texas Fire unless conditions change.***

Fire Restrictions: Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect for the Grangeville Fire Restrictions Area. Restrictions apply to all federal, state, state endowment, private forestland, and rangelands within the designated area.

InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idids-texas-fire

Northern Rockies Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander Brad Bergman

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Texas Fire Perimeter Map_7.24.2024.pdf

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· 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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