Idbof Wapiti Fire - | InciWeb
WEB1 day ago · On the Wapiti Fire, a task force will be in the Grandjean area to remove hazardous trees and debris, restore access to the Sourdough area, and monitor the area. Firefighters will continue to remove fire-weakened hazard trees, or “snags” and clearing debris in the fire area on several closed Forest Service roads including Stanely Lake road ...
Idbof Wapiti Fire Information - InciWeb
WEBThe Wapiti Fire was started by lightning late in the evening of July 24, 2024, approximately 2 miles southwest of Grandjean, ID on the Boise National Forest. Steep terrain, difficult access and unfavorable weather conditions have challenged firefighters.
Idbof Wapiti Fire - | InciWeb
WEBJul 24, 2024 · Special Emphasis: This evening, Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team (CIMT) #4 will transition command of the Wapiti and Frog Fires to Great Basin CIMT #3, who will be the sixth CIMT assigned to the Wapiti Fire. On behalf of Team #4, thank you to the communities, partners, stakeholders, and landowners who worked with us and supported us ...
The latest on the Wapiti Fire burning near Grandjean
WEBAug 23, 2024 · The Rocky Mountain Team is now the lead of the Wapiti Fire, burning near Grandjean and Stanley. Evacuation zones have been updated, with notification Zone 2 in the SET status (be prepared to leave immediately) and Zone 3 in the READY status (have a plan and things ready to go).
Wapiti Fire containment now at 80% completion - kmvt.com
WEB1 day ago · Published: Oct. 6, 2024 at 9:41 AM PDT | Updated: moments ago. STANLEY, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — As of Sunday morning, the Wapiti Fire has burned 125,965 acres, and containment is 80% complete. Crews ...
Idbof Wapiti Fire - | InciWeb
WEBJul 24, 2024 · On the Wapiti Fire, the forecast winds are 20 to 40 mph with gusts up 60 mph. On the Frog Fire, winds are predicted to be even stronger with gusts over 60 mph possible. The wind event will likely last through Friday evening and into the early morning hours on Saturday.
Heartbreaking photos of Stanley area hit by Idaho wildfire | Idaho ...
WEBAug 28, 2024 · The Wapiti Fire in Custer County has increased nearly ninefold in size in the span of one week, from 9,000 acres last Tuesday to 79,000 acres on Wednesday.
Wapiti Fire nears 70,000 acres | Breaking News | mtexpress.com
WEBAug 23, 2024 · The Wapiti Fire is currently the highest-priority wildfire in the U.S. Great Basin region, which includes all of Idaho south of the Salmon River; Nevada; and Utah, according to the National...
Wapiti Fire activity minimal despite wind gusts over Friday
WEB2 days ago · STANLEY, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — The Wapiti Fire has burned 125,965 acres, and containment is 78% completed as of Saturday morning. Crews observed gusts up to 20 to 40 mph over the Wapiti Fire area ...
Evacuation order issued as Wapiti Fire spreads near Idaho’s …
WEBAug 23, 2024 · The Wapiti Fire — a lightning-caused wildfire that started July 24, two miles southwest of Grandjean — has grown to 35,631 acres and is 10% contained, officials say. Fire officials say 263 firefighters were battling the fire Friday, along with 19 engines.