Boise NF Update 09/10/07
Incident: Cascade Complex Wildland Fire
Released: 9/10/2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Boise NF Fire Info Center: 208-384-3266
Monday, September 10, 2007 - 10 a.m. Websites: www.fs.fed.us/idahofires
www.inciweb.org
Containment Attained on Chief Parrish Fire
Boise, ID - The Chief Parrish Fire (south of Banks) remains at 3,690 acres and is 100% contained. Normal traffic flow has been restored to Highway 55 between Horseshoe Bend and Banks, with two lanes open and no restrictions. The Porter Road closure has been lifted and is no longer restricted for public use. Those traveling Highway 55 are encouraged to use caution as smoke, rolling debris, and crews may still be in the area.
For further information on the Chief Parrish and other fires in the region, contact the Boise Fire Information Center at 208-384-3266 or visit http://www.inciweb.org/ on the web.
Cascade Complex Update Total: 283,620 acres, 30% contained
The Level 3 Mandatory Evacuation for Yellow Pine, Johnson Creek, and Warm Lake residents remains in place and Warm Lake, South Fork, Landmark, and Lick Creek Roads are closed. Idaho Power has begun repairs to damaged power lines, but is unable to predict when electricity will be fully restored. Fire activity will be noticeable in the Curtis Creek, Johnson Creek, Yellow Pine and North Fork areas today.
Resources: 634 personnel, 15 crews, 8 aircraft, 31 engines
Contact: Cascade Complex Fire Info: 208-382-3202
Gray's Creek Fire Update Total: 24,900 acres, 95% contained
Containment of the Gray's Creek Fire is expected to be completed by 6:00 this evening. To protect public safety, an area closure remains in effect. Several roads are still closed and staffed roadblocks are in place. Members of the public are advised they will not be allowed to enter the closure area until the fire perimeter is secured and the closure lifted by the Forest Service.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect on the Boise National Forest.
Other Central Idaho National Forest Fire Information Offices:
Payette NF: 208-634-0447 Nez-Perce NF: 208-983-5143
Salmon-Challis NF: 208-756-5145 Sawtooth NF: 208-737-3200
