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The sharp increase in human-caused fires in Idaho continued throughout the summer and into the fall, with Idaho Department of Lands officials investigating 206 fires caused by people so far
The 206 human-caused fires reported by the Idaho Department of Lands so far in 2023 compare to 78 fires caused by lighting over the same time period.
The Idaho Department of Lands identified 206 human-caused fires this year, compared to 78 fires caused by lightning.
The Hayden Fire, which has been burning since July 19, is now about 84% contained, according to the Idaho Department of Lands latest statewide fire update.
The firewood is stacked by the roadside in the Mill and Big Eightmile Creek drainages, forest service officials in Idaho said.