NEAR SUBLET, IDAHO

Summary :  A newly reported wildfire called the Meadow Creek Fire was reported on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, which is  burning on BLM’s Twin Falls District about 8 miles E of Sublet, Idaho.  Fire fuels include hardwood litter, brush and short grass.

Current Conditions :   Extreme fire behavior with running.  Sage-grouse habitat threatened.  600 acres.  0% containment.

Resources : There are currently 51 personnel on the fire line with 1 crew and 5 engines.

Cost-to-Date : Current fire suppression and containment costs have reached up to $10,000.

Social Media : #MeadowCreekFire #OR #ORwildfire2017

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