News Release
DATE: August 21, 2017
CONTACT: Kelsey Griffee, 208-521-8709
North Butte Fire
*Final update unless significant activity occurs*
Start Date: 8/20/2017 at 1600
Location and Jurisdiction: North of Menan Butte, in Rexburg, Idaho on BLM
Cause: Shooting
Fire Size: 50 acres
Percent Contained: 100% contained on August 20 at 10 p.m.
Structures Threatened: No
Fuels and Terrain: Grass and brush
Fire Crews/Resources: 5 engines, 2 dozers
Evacuations: No evacuations at this time
Closures: No closures
Summary: Shooting can spark wildfires. Help prevent them by following these tips:
● Check weather conditions. Hot + Dry + Wind = Quick Spreading Wildfires
● Choose a shooting area that is clear of dry grass, vegetation and rocks.
● Discharging a firearm using incendiary, steel core or tracer ammunition is prohibited on BLM lands from May 10 to Oct. 20.
● Burning, igniting or causing explosive material to burn, including exploding targets is prohibited on BLM lands from May 10 to Oct. 20.
● Always bring water, a fire extinguisher and a shovel.
For breaking fire information, follow @BLMIdahoFire on Twitter and search for #BLMIFDFire for posts specifically related to eastern Idaho. For additional wildfire updates, Firewise information, and fire prevention tips visit www.IdahoFireInfo.com. While enjoying your BLM public lands please be aware of your surroundings. One less spark means one less Idaho wildfire.
