Farrow Fire (IDPAF)
3,637 acre wildfire
Salmon, Idaho, United States
Farrow Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Farrow Fire, currently spanning 3,637 acres, has been active since it was detected on August 5th, caused by a lightning strike. Initially located about 5.5 miles east-southeast of Cold Meadows Guard Station, the fire expanded southwest following a cold front that passed through the area on October 4th. However, since that initial spread, the fire has exhibited low burn intensity and is not expected to grow significantly. Fortunately, a weather system forecasted for the weekend is anticipated to further limit the fire's potential for expansion.
As of now, all structure protection equipment has been removed from Cold Meadows Guard Station, which is located 2.5 miles from the fire's edge. Fire agencies are closely monitoring the situation, allowing the fire to fulfill its natural ecological role within the Wilderness, while remaining prepared to implement Zone/Point Protection measures if necessary. Encouragingly, no area or trail closures are currently in effect, although visitors to the area are advised to stay alert for any fire-related hazards.
The ongoing management of the Farrow Fire reflects a strategy that permits the fire to play a beneficial ecological role while ensuring safety measures are in place. Firefighting resources remain on standby as aerial monitoring continues, ensuring that the fire's behavior is closely observed and any necessary actions can be taken in a timely manner.
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Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-09 | 300 acres | 0.5 sq mi | 1.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-12 | 300 acres | 0.5 sq mi | 1.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-14 | 396 acres | 0.6 sq mi | 1.6 sq km |
| 2024-08-21 | 500 acres | 0.8 sq mi | 2.0 sq km |
| 2024-08-22 | 727 acres | 1.1 sq mi | 2.9 sq km |
| 2024-09-01 | 852 acres | 1.3 sq mi | 3.4 sq km |
| 2024-09-08 | 900 acres | 1.4 sq mi | 3.6 sq km |
| 2024-09-12 | 1069 acres | 1.7 sq mi | 4.3 sq km |
| 2024-09-22 | 1139 acres | 1.8 sq mi | 4.6 sq km |
| 2024-10-09 | 1783 acres | 2.8 sq mi | 7.1 sq km |
| 2024-10-21 | 3084 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.3 sq km |
| 2025-01-26 | 3637 acres | 5.7 sq mi | 14.5 sq km |