Fire danger high
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July 22, 2013 |
The persistent hot and dry weather pattern
continues to dry forest fuels, prompting fire
managers to raise the wildland fire danger to
“High” throughout most of North Idaho.
The moisture of the spring and early summer has
led to the growth of a large quantity of grasses
and brush. When cured, this season’s growth will
provide an abundance of fine, flashy fuels
increasing the threat of fast moving wildland
fires.
Hold-over fires from slash piles burned this
past spring and fall have the potential to be a
major cause of fire suppression activities in
the near future. Individuals who have conducted
burning operations this spring or last fall
should carefully check their burn areas for any
smoldering debris. Fires caused by people are of
great concern due to their proximity to homes.
Those responsible for human-caused fires,
including hold-over fires from fall or spring
burning, may be billed for all suppression
costs.
The heat of the summer fire season in North
Idaho typically begins in mid to late July. The
warm and dry weather we have been experiencing
may lead to above average fire potential for the
remainder of the summer.
TO REPORT A WILDFIRE: 1-800-CDA-FIRE OR 911
Please Help Keep Idaho Green and remember Fire
Prevention is Everyone’s Responsibility!
If you have any questions please call the IDL
Pend Oreille Lake Forest Protective District at
(208) 263-5104. |
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