Mineral Fire (IDPAF)

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The Mineral Fire is currently active and burning along the Snake River, specifically near the historic Mineral mining town. As of September 3, 2024, the fire has grown to an estimated 15,000 acres with no containment achieved so far. Initial attack efforts were launched by firefighters supported by dozers and aerial resources since the fire was reported earlier in the day on September 2nd. Firefighters have been focusing on containing the fire at Rock Creek Road; however, spot fires have caused the blaze to extend into the Wolf Creek drainage and move towards Coyote Mountain. The fire has established itself in several creeks, including Rock Creek and Little Rock Creek to the south, and Wolf Creek to the north.

Fire response efforts involve collaboration between the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Payette National Forest, with assistance from Weiser Rural Fire, which is also providing structure protection for local ranches. While there are currently no mandatory evacuation orders in place, officials are actively working to evacuate residents from the Monroe Creek and Adams Creek areas as a precaution. Firefighting efforts have included the deployment of large airtankers, single-engine air tankers, and Type 1 helicopters, all of which faced challenges due to the dry fuel conditions that have enabled the fire to spread rapidly.

The fire was ignited by lightning and is located approximately 12 miles north of Steck Park along the Snake River. With the situation evolving, fire agencies are diligently working to manage the blaze, protect structures, and ensure the safety of nearby residents.

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