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BLM Idaho protects and manages wildfire on approximately 11 million acres.

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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#BLMBODFire , Eagle Fire, Boise Fire and other cooperators responded to the Goose Fire in the foothills earlier today. Estimated at 200 acres. All active flame has been knocked down. No structures lost. Estimated containment tomorrow at 10 am and control at 7 pm.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#DropsFire evening update.... visit: #BLMTFDFire 📸 Very Large Air Tanker (VLAT) dropping on the Drops Fire.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
The past two days, #BLMBODFire conducted prescribed burning south of Boise to reduce unsafe accumulations of tumbleweeds along roadways and fences in preparation for the upcoming fire season. #Rxburn
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Smokejumpers arriving on the #MeadowCreekFire #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
#BLMTFDFire evening fire update visit:
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BlackCanyonFire was contained last night 7/3 @ 11 p.m. with control time set for today at 6 p.m. Crews cont. to improve containment lines and mop up hotpots. The fire was mapped at 1005 acres. For more info see our idahofireinfo Facebook page! #BLMTFDFire video from last night
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#BrayFire #Update 7 miles north of Bliss. Fire is est. at 8,000 acres. Wind driven and running. Structures are threatened. Bliss RFD, Gooding RFD, and additional resources have arrived on scene. #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
This summer there’s been an increase in escaped campfires causing wildfires. NEVER leave your campfire unattended...even for a few minutes. An escaped campfire can blaze out of control in a matter of seconds. Those seconds could be the difference. Only YOU can prevent it!
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
Be #WildfireAware 🔥Your vehicle and trailer can cause a wildfire. 🚙Ensure you aren't starting the next rangeland fire by taking all the necessary precautions when driving and pulling a trailer. #OnlyYou have the power to prevent human-caused wildfires! #ReadyforWildfire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#BLMBODFire fighting the #Bonnie Fire near Bonneville Point east of Micron. 30+ acres in size. Resources responding 5 engines, 2 dozers, 3 helicopters and 1 heavy air tanker.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
Fire season is here. The Boise BLM responded to 4 wildfires this afternoon. As fuels continue to dry out, please take all necessary fire safety precautions when recreating on public lands.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
BODFIRE and Boise City Fire responded to the Talon Fire earlier this evening near the Birds of Prey Center. The fire is estimated at 60 acres. Crews are currently securing the fire perimeter and no more large growth is expected.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Don't drive or park on grass! Vehicle exhaust can reach up to 1000° & can easily start a wildfire in grass #IdahoEclipse2017 #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#ReadyForWildfire : Snake River Hotshots completed their training this week and are available to respond to wildfires across the nation. #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
After 20 years as Superintendent for Snake River Hotshots and 34 total years fighting fire, Randy Anderson is retiring! #BLMIFDFire would like to say thank you for the great leadership and enjoy retirement! #hotshots #SnakeRiverIHC #wildlandfirefighter
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Crews completed successful firing operations to control fire activity on the west side of #DryMeadowsFire #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#BLMBODFire is currently fighting the Doubletapp Fire off I84 near Simco Road. Estimated size 100 acres. BLM resources responding 4 engines, 2 dozers, a water tender and 3 Large Air-tankers.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
It was a great night at the @BoiseHawks game for @smokey_bear 74th bday last week. Thank you for letting us share our #fireprevention message with the baseball fans. @BoiseFire #BLMBODFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
🔥 Firefighters are actively at work on all sides of the #WoodheadFire , constructing fireline with dozers or by hand and taking actions to protect private property and infrastructure. All fire updates, closure information, maps, photos, and more → .
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
UPDATE: #TheSageHenFire will be 50% contained tonight. Full containment is estimated for tomorrow (9/6) at 9pm. The fire is 1275 acres. Excellent progress was made today by ground crews assisted by aerial resources.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Crews are responding to multiple fire starts in #southeast #idaho . #chandlerfire 300 acres & #samariafire 25 acres and growing. #blmifdfire #ctnffire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
@BLMIdahoFire resources are starting to be assigned to #engines alongside #australia firefighting personnel. #BLMIFDFire #BLMTFDFire #BLMBODFIre #NSWfires
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
5 years ago today the wildland firefighter community lost a beloved friend and coworker. Tyke's memory and spirit continue to shine throughout the Idaho BLM and may he rest in peace.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
#BLMBODFire Dan Betts and #BLMIFDFire Kris Bruington are being welcomed to #australia and briefed on the #NSWfires .
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#LakeWalcottFire , 9 miles east of Rupert, est. at 400 acres. Forward progression has stop. Crews continue to create containment lines and mop up hot spots. Containment set for midnight tonight (8/8) with control set for Monday (/10) at 6 p.m.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Learning what it takes to be a wild land firefighter. Starting them young #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
Crew are responding to the 300-acre and growing #lusk fire located approximately 4 miles east of #pauline , #idaho . Ground and air resources are on scene. #blmifddire #ctnffire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
8 years
🔥 #BoxCanyonFire caught at 21 acres. Retardant slows fire spread b/c it sticks like glue...to everything. #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Thanks to the men & women #firefighters who #serve & #support the American people to keep #yourpubliclands healthy.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
1 year
A few large air tankers drops from the Black fire yesterday near Blacks Creek. Fire crews did an excellent job and all 3 fires from yesterday are contained with the Ham Fire controlled. Fire managers hope to have the other 2 fires controlled by the end of today. #BLMBODFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
#BLMTFDFire firefighter Clay Stephens and his crew fighting the Tambo Complex near Victoria Australia. #UswithAUS
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
Snake River Hotshots assisting firefighting efforts on the #416Fire . #BLMIFDFire
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Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
8 years
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Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Firefighters need your help in preventing human caused wildfires. #IdahoEclipse2017 #EclipseAcrossID17 #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
If you are considering bringing fireworks camping this weekend, consider this... 🧨Discharging, using or possessing fireworks is PROHIBITED on ALL public lands. 💣Burning, igniting or causing to burn explosive material is also PROHIBITED on ALL public lands. #DoYourPart
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#LakeWalcottFire - located north of Lake Walcott. Fire is est. at 110 acres and running. East End RFD, West End RFD, Air Attack, air tankers and @SawtoothNatlFS and #BLMTFDFire resources are on scene. 📸- Air Attack
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BLMBODFire and multiple ground/ air resources responding to Hubby Fire near the intersection of 10 Mile Creek and Hubbard road south of Boise Airport. Very active fire that is estimated at 40 acres with structures threatened. Avoid area if possible.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
VLAT drop in the #BruneauFire . Video was taken Wednesday (7/25). #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
27 days
#BLMBODFire currently in unified command with Boise City Fire on the Polecat Fire near Collister Rd. Estimated 20+ acres. BLM resources: 4 engines, 1 dozer, 3 overhead, 1 investigator, 1 SEAT and 1 air attack. Estimated containment 11 pm tonight. Fire cause under investigation.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BlackCanyonFire is burning in grass and brush. Fire behavior is currently running. The containment is est. for tonight 7/3 at 11:00 pm and control is est. for 7/4 at 6:00 pm. There are now 3 Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs) on scene with more resources in route. #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#ColdCreekFire started at 3:30 pm south of American Falls. 600 acres and growing, unified command between the local resources and the federal resources has been established. Evacuations are in effect please contact Power County Sheriff’s Office (208)226-2319 #BLMIFDfire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
1 year
#BLMBODFire responding to the Southtom Fire 12 miles south of the Boise airport. Cooperators responding USFS, Kuna and Orchard Combat Training Center. BLM resources: 3 overhead, 3 engines, 1 water tender, 1 dozer, 2 SEATs, 1 air attack, 1 large air tanker. Estimated at 80+ acres
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
Fire contained at 11:30. Crews will be mopping up through the night. Estimated control tomorrow. No structures damaged. Cause under investigation.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
8 years
Due to the hard work from #BDOFire crews and with a little help from above, the #MM14fire is 50% contained.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
1 year
#BLMBODFire has responded to numerous lightning caused fires in the Treasure Valley from the thunderstorm that moved through early this am. #JohnstoneFire @ 20 ac./ #MM70I84Fire @ 33 ac./ #RuralAssist4 @ 4 ac. No structures have been lost and fire crews are making good progress.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#WildMountainFire Update: 9/6/2020 9am Evacuations for Gibson Jack area expected to be lifted at 10 am Fire is holding at 19 acres. Firefighters are securing containment lines & full containment is expected this evening at 8pm. Fire started south of Pocatello on @Caribou_Targhee
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BLMTFDFire #BLMTFDFuels are busy planting bitterbrush & sagebrush seedlings north of Gooding. This planting is part of a partnership project with @MuleDeerOrg to re-establish big game habitat. The crews are planting 100,000 seedlings on over 3,300 acres! #together4idaho
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
1 year
#BLMBODFire responded to the MM6O HWY55 Fire. 3 overhead, 6 engines, 1 water tender, 2 SEATs, 1 Helicopter, 1 Air attack, 1 dozer. Located 20 miles NE of Boise. Crews are making good progress. Caution road congestion. Expected contain: 7-7-23 @ 6 pm. Est control: 10 pm. Acres: 35
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
Yesterday, #BLMBODFire completed 108 acres of prescribed burning along Flint Creek Road, southwest of Jordan Valley. Eliminating hazardous fuels from the landscape in the winter takes away potential fuel sources for wildfires during fire season. #Rxburn #NotYourOrdinaryJob
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#SugarLoafFire 5 miles W. of Eden. Fire is est. 3,000 acres & running. Structures & road construction equipment are threatened. First Segregation RFD are on scene providing structure protection. 6 engines, 1 dozer & 4 aircraft are on scene. Avoid the area! #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
1 year
Snake River IHC working with Australian and Canadian crews to support the efforts in Canada. #BLMIFDFire #BLMIdahoFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
July 7, 2019 11:30am #BLMIFDFire #HorseButteFire mapped at 9,446 acres and growing. Crews are mopping up the north, west and south sides of the fire. Engines with air support are attacking the active east flank of the fire. (Video from air attack of tanker making retardant drop).
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
#BLMTFD #FireFighters spend the day learning Basic First Aid and Safety Training.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Boise District fire crews are burning tumbleweeds along Swan Falls Rd south of Kuna in southwest Idaho today to maintain fuel breaks, reduce the likelihood of roadside ignitions and make conditions safer and more effective for firefighters to control wildfires. #ReadyForWildfires
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
Single Engine Air Taner drop on the #KuhnFire yesterday afternoon. Fire was contained 6/27 at 5 p.m. and control is set for 6 p.m. today 6/28. #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#CountyLineFire 5 miles NE of Wendell. Fire is est. at 120 acres and running. Notch Butte RFPA, #BLMTFDFire are on scene with 2 dozers, 4 engines and aircraft have been ordered.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
#BLMTFDFire Airbase is supporting the following aircraft this includes 23 helicopters,3 single engine air tankers (SEAT), 2 heavy air tankers, 2 scooper planes, 1 lead plane and 2 air attacks. These aircraft are responding to fires locally and supporting our neighboring districts
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BLMBOD and multiple cooperators are fighting the #SchillFire near Emmett, Idaho. 25+ acres. No closures or structures threatened. Estimated containment at 10 pm tonight. Estimated control at 6 pm tomorrow.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
🔥 #WoodheadFire Update: Estimated at 42,074 acres. Crews continue to make create and improve containment lines. 🛑Highway 71 remains closed between Hansen Lane and the Oregon state line. For more ->
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
Looking for a great summer job? #BLMTFDFire is hiring! Jobs close Dec. 10th. Apply today! #GoWild #Firefighters #BestJobEver
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#ChinesePeakFire update from the north edge. Fire activity has substantially decreased and fire line is holding. 1,450 acres & 30% containment. Full containment expected this evening at 7pm. #BLMIFDFire
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Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BlackButteFire is located approx. 17 miles south of Glenns Ferry. Fire is wind driven, smoldering and creeping burning in grass and brush. Saylor Creek RFPA Three Creek RFPA, four #BLMTFDFire engines, one dozer and one water tender. Fire is est. at 200 acres. 📸Stock Photo
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Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#Chinesepeak fire is approx. 137 acres 1 mile East of Pocatello. Containment est for 7/20 at 7pm. 5 engines, 2 dozers, 1 helicopter (BLM & FS). Multiple air tankers dropping retardant. Pocatello FD, Chubbuck FD, Inkom, North Bannock & Pocatello Valley FD on scene #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#BLMBODFire responding to Blacks Fire south of airport near Blacks Creek. BLM resources responding 4 overhead, 5 engines, dozer, water tender, air attack, 4 SEAT planes, and investigation.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
Update 6/14 at 8:15 p.m. #ColdCreekFire 1,200 acres in size and growing. Evacuees can report to the American Falls High School. Air Resources on scene include 1 air attack, 4 single engine air tankers (SEATs), 3 Heavy Air Tankers, 1 Very Large Air Tanker (VLAT) and lead plane
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
Ever wonder what aircraft are flying around wildfires? What does it mean when an update states there is "Fixed wing" or "Air Attack" on scene? Aircraft play a huge part in fighting wildfires on the #BLMTFDFire District. Check out the photo below for the most common fixed winged.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Snake River Hotshots are hiring! Job announcements open today and close Dec 5. Apply at . Learn about Snake River Hotshots at #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Check out this story from Victoria, Australia about our local Idaho wildland firefighters that have returned from assisting the bushfires: #USwithAUS #BLMIFDFire #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#BLMTFDFire #Update 7/18/22 at 10:10 p.m. Bray Fire was reported at 4:25 p.m. 7/18/22. Fire is wind driven and running in dry grass and brush. Firefighting resources are working hard to protect structures and establish a safe anchor point. Full update-->
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
#BLMTFDFire staff working on the Old School Fire in Oklahoma. Fire fighters and equipment have been assisting local, state and federal agencies with on going wildfire incidents across the state. #FireYear2022
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
After today's efforts, the #PowerlineFire is 85% contained. Acreage is at 57,151
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BLMBODFire has stopped the forward spread of the #LuckyFire at an estimated 150 acres. Fire crews will extinguish hotspots and mop up throughout the night. Containment expected at 10 pm Sunday and control at 8 pm on Monday. Please be cautious if traveling in the area.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
2 years
When explaining how a fire is burning or how firefighters are suppressing the fire, several common phrases are used. These phrases are universal to most wildland firefighting agencies. #BLMTFDFire #FireYear2022
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
6 years
Ever wonder.... What is fire retardant? How does it work? Why is it red? Visit- or to learn more! #BLMTFDFire , #BLMIFDFire #BLMBoiseFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
UPDATE: #LeadDrawFire is 100% contained 6/27 at 5:30pm and has been mapped at 18 acres. 3 miles South of Pocatello. #BLMIFDFire @Caribou_Targhee
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#InterchangeFire was reported at 5:40 p.m. 15 Miles E of Burley, between I84 and I86, by MM 222. Due to high winds from passing thunderstorm, fire is running. 6 engines and aircraft have been ordered. USE EXTREME CAUTION in this area. #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#BLMTFDFire -Firefighters are pulling off the #RedDevilFire due to thunderstorms over the fire. ⛈️Crews did work through the night and morning with assistance from a Type 1 helo to gain containment. 🚁
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#BLMBODfire heavy equipment, aircraft and crews are on scene at two fires in the Blacks Creek area E. of Boise. Fire burning to the E. towards Blacks Creek in grass and sage. Please avoid that area as crews respond to these new fires.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
🔥 #WoodheadFire Yesterday’s cold, wet weather kept fire behavior very minimal. Firefighters took advantage and increased total containment to 55%. Full update → Recent map →
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
The #PowerLineFire is now 100% contained.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
Today #BLMBODFire burned 30 piles of logging slash accrued from a 2020 timber harvest 6 miles east of Smiths Ferry. Burning under cooler, wet conditions eliminates what might otherwise be a hazardous fuel source during a wildfire. #Rxburn #NotYourOrdinaryJob
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
5 years
Kris Bruington from #BLMIFDFire is pictured arriving in #austrailia to help with the bushfires. via @abcnews
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
South Central Idaho Interagency Crew leading firing operation yesterday. Critical firing operations today and continued firing operation will likely keep the crew busy securing fire line. #TFDFire #ThomasFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
YOU can PREVENT WILDFIRES Whether you're traveling or just out enjoying the beauty of your public lands...ENSURE your vehicle and trailer are road worthy! 🔥Please do YOUR PART in preventing human-caused fires. Don't Let this Summer go up in Smoke. #together4idaho
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
8 years
#MM14 Fire 100% contained. Resources being released and reassigned to other incidents throughout the day. Great work Firefighters! #BDOFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
What does #KnowBeforeYouGo mean? ❌🚙 ☑️Find out if fire restrictions or closures are in your area ☑️Check the safety of your equipment/vehicles ☑️Have the proper suppression tools packed or nearby ☑️Know how to properly use and distinguish a campfire #together4idaho #Wildfire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#LavasideFire #BLMIFDFire #FireYear2021 *UPDATE 04.22.21 4 p.m.: EVACUATIONS IN PLACE.* Firefighters are aggressively engaging the fire to protect structures. Fire estimated at 500 acres & is west of Firth & visible from I-15. Please refrain from spring burning activities.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
#BLMBODFire & @IdahoLands firefighters worked together earlier this week near Jordan Valley, OR to conduct controlled burning of juniper piles. These piles are part of BLM’s Soda Fire Fuel Breaks project as well as juniper reduction efforts on state lands.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
UPDATE: #BLMIFDfire #woodcanyonfire Wood Canyon Fire reported at 11:54 am on 7/3, five miles west of Soda Springs, Idaho. Currently the fire is burning in grass, brush and juniper. Estimated size: 5-10 acres, cause: lightening, no estimated containment at this time. #CTNFFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Wildfire Prevention Night & the Hawks season opener. @smokey_bear
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
3 years
Idaho BLM, IDL, Boise National Forest and Simco Fire participated in Terra Torch training today. The Terra Torch is a ground ignition system that firefighters utilize for prescribed burns and is particularly effective in removing hazardous fuels along fence lines. #BLMBODFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#ChinesePeakFire 1,546 acres & 50% contained. 7/20/2020 PM Update: #BLMIFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Crews are responding to several fire starts along Hwy 20, approximately 20 miles west of #IdahoFalls . The #TelegraphFire is estimated to be 200 acres in size. Numerous engines are on scene and air resources are on the way. #BLMIFDFire #CTNFFIRE
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
7 years
Fire season in Idaho has begun & we want to remind folks that Drones are a hazard to fire operations! #IfYouFlyWeCant
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
🔥 #ConnerSummitFire located approx. 4 miles SE of Albion, is est. at 5,200 acres. Most of the active fire is interior & perimeter lines are holding.Crews are working with dozers to create & improve containment lines.Contain: 10/12 @ 6 p.m. with Control 10/16 @ 6 p.m. #BLMTFDFire
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
#HowePeakFire CLOSURE & EVACUATION Hwy 33 closed from Howe to Hwy 26 junction. Howe is being evacuated. Power has been turned off to Howe. #BLMIFDFire
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9
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
4 years
Active flames knocked down on the Picket Fire. Estimated at 20 acres. Estimated containment tonight at 10 pm and control time expected to sometime tomorrow.
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@BLMIdahoFire
Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire
9 years
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