Wildfire Alert: Cherry Fire – Current as of 8:30 AM PT on 7/21/2025

Idaho Department of Lands sent this bulletin at 07/21/2025 09:29 AM MDT

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Cherry Fire Reaches Full Containment- transition to local unit begins.

Location: One mile northeast of Deary, Idaho

Incident Command: Type 3 North Idaho Incident Management Team, Mike McManus, I.C.

Estimated Size: 113 acres Containment: 100% Total Personnel: 75

(Deary, Idaho) – The Cherry Fire, located about one mile northeast of Deary, is mapped at 113 acres and is now 100% contained.

Today, the North Idaho Type 3 Incident Management Team will begin the process of transitioning management of the fire back to the local Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) Pondarosa supervisory office.

Although the fire is now fully contained, it is not yet declared “Out.” Firefighters will remain on the ground conducting mop-up operations—working carefully to locate and extinguish remaining heat sources—particularly those deep in heavy logging slash. This work is essential to prevent any potential reignition that could threaten unburned forest outside the fire perimeter. Excess equipment and personnel are now being released from the Cherry Fire to ensure they are available for response to any new or emerging wildfires in the region.

Thank you to the community for your continued support and cooperation. Please avoid the area as crews complete this critical phase of firefighting.

Local fire managers would like to remind the public that although some precipitation has occurred in the area, burn permits in Latah County are not being issued at this time. May 10- October 20 is Closed Burning Season, which means permits are required for all types of outdoor burning (except for recreational campfires) when conditions are appropriate. Fire danger remains high- fires can start easily from most causes and will spread rapidly, unattended fires are likely to escape, and as fire intensity increases - suppression efforts may be more challenging. Put it out right—Drown it, Stir it, Check it!

The cause of the Cherry Fire remains under investigation. This will be the final update on the Cherry Fire unless significant changes occur.

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MEDIA CONTACT:  

Jennifer Russell, PIOC

North Idaho IMT1

Cherry Fire Information Phone: 208-923-1340

Email: 2025.cherry@firenet.gov

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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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