Middle Fork Complex Fire: Bulldog and Nellie (IDBOF)
61,482 acre wildfire (35% contained)
Idaho City, Idaho, United States
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3,734 acre wildfire (61% contained)
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Wildfire Status:
The Middle Fork Complex Fire, which consists of the Bulldog and Nellie fires, is currently active within the Boise National Forest. As of the latest update, the fire has burned approximately 61,482 acres, with 35% of its perimeter contained. The complex originated from a series of lightning strikes on August 5, 2024, leading to multiple ignitions in a short timeframe. The difficult, steep terrain poses challenges for fire crews, who are prioritizing safety and the protection of life and property.
Firefighting efforts are being coordinated under the Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team 2, led by Incident Commander Tony DeMasters and Tyler Hecht. Firefighters are focused on reinforcing control lines and managing the active fire behavior, which has been relatively stable due to recent weather conditions. Thunderstorms and rain have passed through the area, dropping significant amounts of moisture—over an inch in places—which has helped mitigate fire activity temporarily. However, there is concern about a warm and drying trend anticipated in the coming days, which could increase the fire's intensity.
Weather conditions will remain a critical factor in the ongoing firefighting efforts. High humidity and cooler temperatures are expected to continue for the short term, aiding in fire suppression. However, the forecast indicates a shift towards drier conditions, which could lead to increasing fire activity. In light of these developments, fire management teams are preparing for potential changes in fire behavior as they work diligently to secure the perimeter and protect surrounding communities. Community meetings are scheduled to keep the public informed and engaged with the response efforts.
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Containment History:
Date | Percent Contained |
---|---|
2024-08-10 | 0% contained |
2024-08-11 | 0% contained |
2024-08-12 | 1% contained |
2024-08-17 | 0% contained |
2024-08-29 | 5% contained |
2024-08-30 | 6% contained |
2024-08-31 | 10% contained |
2024-09-01 | 13% contained |
2024-09-03 | 14% contained |
2024-09-04 | 23% contained |
2024-09-06 | 28% contained |
2024-09-12 | 30% contained |
2024-09-17 | 32% contained |
2024-09-19 | 35% contained |
Fire Growth History:
Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
---|---|---|---|
2024-08-10 | 2882 acres | 4.5 sq mi | 11.5 sq km |
2024-08-11 | 3947 acres | 6.2 sq mi | 15.8 sq km |
2024-08-12 | 4449 acres | 7.0 sq mi | 17.8 sq km |
2024-08-13 | 5781 acres | 9.0 sq mi | 23.1 sq km |
2024-08-14 | 7701 acres | 12.0 sq mi | 30.8 sq km |
2024-08-15 | 8308 acres | 13.0 sq mi | 33.2 sq km |
2024-08-16 | 9207 acres | 14.4 sq mi | 36.8 sq km |
2024-08-17 | 10031 acres | 15.7 sq mi | 40.1 sq km |
2024-08-18 | 15629 acres | 24.4 sq mi | 62.5 sq km |
2024-08-20 | 24503 acres | 38.3 sq mi | 98.0 sq km |
2024-08-21 | 28052 acres | 43.8 sq mi | 112.2 sq km |
2024-08-22 | 31087 acres | 48.6 sq mi | 124.3 sq km |
2024-08-24 | 41519 acres | 64.9 sq mi | 166.1 sq km |
2024-08-25 | 46703 acres | 73.0 sq mi | 186.8 sq km |
2024-08-26 | 46994 acres | 73.4 sq mi | 188.0 sq km |
2024-08-27 | 47400 acres | 74.1 sq mi | 189.6 sq km |
2024-08-28 | 47978 acres | 75.0 sq mi | 191.9 sq km |
2024-08-29 | 52974 acres | 82.8 sq mi | 211.9 sq km |
2024-08-30 | 53689 acres | 83.9 sq mi | 214.8 sq km |
2024-08-31 | 54333 acres | 84.9 sq mi | 217.3 sq km |
2024-09-01 | 54902 acres | 85.8 sq mi | 219.6 sq km |
2024-09-03 | 56806 acres | 88.8 sq mi | 227.2 sq km |
2024-09-04 | 57466 acres | 89.8 sq mi | 229.9 sq km |
2024-09-06 | 57836 acres | 90.4 sq mi | 231.3 sq km |
2024-09-08 | 58351 acres | 91.2 sq mi | 233.4 sq km |
2024-09-09 | 58770 acres | 91.8 sq mi | 235.1 sq km |
2024-09-10 | 60807 acres | 95.0 sq mi | 243.2 sq km |
2024-09-14 | 61159 acres | 95.6 sq mi | 244.6 sq km |
2024-09-16 | 61245 acres | 95.7 sq mi | 245.0 sq km |
2024-09-19 | 61482 acres | 96.1 sq mi | 245.9 sq km |