Elk Creek (IDNCF)

First Reported: 2024-07-19 20:02:09 UTC on July 19, 2024
Inciweb page: IDNCF Elk Creek
Size: 2 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: Unknown
Elk Creek (2024-07-19)
2 acre wildfire
Orofino, Idaho, United States
Nearby Fires:
Grave Butte Fire (2024-08-22)
10 acre wildfire
Kamiah, Idaho, United States

Wildfire Status:

The Elk Creek wildfire, located 5 miles south of Elk River, Idaho, was caused by lightning on July 18, 2024. The fire currently spans 2 acres and has a total of 10 personnel assigned to it. Most initial attack resources have been released, with a few firefighters continuing to patrol and mop up remaining hotspots. The planned action is to continue mop-up efforts to ensure the fire is fully contained.

Weather conditions in the area remain a concern, with hot and dry conditions persisting and little to no precipitation forecasted. Fire agencies are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any further spread of the wildfire. The incident is still active, and the response from fire agencies is ongoing to manage the situation effectively. With the current weather forecast, firefighters are working diligently to control the fire and prevent it from spreading to other areas.

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Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2024-07-19 2 acres 0.0 sq mi 0.0 sq km
2024-07-25 2 acres 0.0 sq mi 0.0 sq km