KENDRICK, Idaho – The Idaho Department of Lands say the cause of the Texas fire that has burned over 1,500 acers was started by humans.
Over 175 units are working to attack the fire that has been burning for nearly a week as they begin containment.
“Fire Operations reported containment at 10% last night, as control lines along portions of the fire are reasonably expected to stop the fire from spreading further” IDOL said.
The IDOL did not share details on who started the fire, only indicating the cause was human-related.
As per the Latah County Sheriff’s Department, the following are current evacuation status:
Level 3 Evacuations: A Level 3 Evacuation means “GO” Evacuate NOW.
Cedar Ridge from Highway 3 to Linden Rd.Linden Rd. to S Park Rd.Texas Ridge Rd and East Rd. to Sundstrom Rd.
Level 2 Evacuations: A Level 2 Evacuation means “BE SET” to evacuate.
Texas Ridge and Sundstrom Rd to Highway 3Cedar Ridge Rd. at Linden Rd. to Three Bear Rd.All houses west of 1210 Cedar Ridge Rd. Level 1 Evacuation: A Level 1 Evacuation means “BE READY” for potential evacuation.Any houses 2 miles outside of the listed Level 2 evacuation locations.Residents who live on and to the north of Southwick Road should be prepared in case of a mandatory evacuation. This area includes Brothers Ln, Koepp Rd, North Rd, Wendt Rd, and Lohman Rd.Updates regarding containment and evacuations will be updated here.
