Almost three-fourths of fires Idaho state officials tracked in 2023 were human caused
The Idaho Department of Lands identified 206 human-caused fires this year, compared to 78 fires caused by lightning.
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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.
Through last week, 152 of the 198 fires reported within the Idaho Department of Lands protection area were caused by humans.
Waking up to a hazy morning in Bozeman is no surprise during fire season and this week has been no exception for the city.