Oxbow Fire (IDPAF)
6,000 acre wildfire
Council, Idaho, United States
Oxbow Fire
33,084 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Council, Idaho, United States
Limepoint Fire
18,220 acre wildfire (89% contained)
Baker City, Oregon, United States
Town Gulch
54,563 acre wildfire (99% contained)
Baker City, Oregon, United States
Badland Complex 2024
1,154 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Cascade, Idaho, United States
Wolf Creek Fire
294,265 acre wildfire (95% contained)
Baker City, Oregon, United States
Durkee Fire
97,585 acre wildfire (94% contained)
Cascade, Idaho, United States
Lava Fire
4,360 acre wildfire (8% contained)
Cascade, Idaho, United States
Dollar Fire
wildfire
Cascade, Idaho, United States
Boulder Fire
3,673 acre wildfire (50% contained)
Grangeville, Idaho, United States
Moore Square Complex
33,437 acre wildfire (90% contained)
Cascade, Idaho, United States
Snag Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Oxbow Fire, which started on July 25, 2024, near the Oxbow dam in Hells Canyon, has now grown to cover approximately 6,000 acres. As of July 30, the fire is still active and has recently merged with the Limepoint Fire in the Payette National Forest. The cause of the fire is attributed to lightning, and it continues to be monitored closely by fire agencies.
Firefighting efforts are currently ongoing, with updates being provided through the Limepoint Fire InciWeb page. Agencies are actively coordinating their response to manage the combined fires, focusing on containment strategies to protect both wildlife and nearby communities. As the situation evolves, fire crews are being deployed to address hotspots and prevent further spread.
Weather conditions play a crucial role in the fire's development. While specific weather information was not provided, wildfires typically thrive in dry, windy conditions. Fire agencies are likely keeping a close eye on forecasts to anticipate any changes that could affect fire behavior and containment efforts. Residents and those in the vicinity are advised to stay informed through official channels for the latest updates on the fire's status and safety recommendations.
Visit Inciweb Incident Page for more information. Information on this page is provided for informational purposes only.
Fire Growth History:
Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
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2024-07-27 | 2500 acres | 3.9 sq mi | 10.0 sq km |
2024-10-30 | 6000 acres | 9.4 sq mi | 24.0 sq km |