Snake River Complex Fire

The Snake River Complex Fire is a large complex of wildfires burning in Idaho, Washington and Oregon. The fire started near Lewiston, Idaho, on July 7, 2021. It burned 109,444 acres (44,290 ha) before being contained.[1]

Snake River Complex Fire
LocationLewiston, Idaho
Coordinates46.012°N 116.911°W / 46.012; -116.911
Statistics
Date(s)July 7, 2021 (2021-07-07) – August 20, 2021 (2021-08-20)
Burned area109,444 acres (44,290 ha)
CauseLightning
Buildings destroyed0
Map
Snake River Complex Fire is located in Idaho
Snake River Complex Fire
Location in Western Idaho

Events

July

The Snake River Complex Fire was first reported on July 7, 2021, at around 6:45 a.m. PDT near Lewiston, Idaho.[1]

Cause

The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.[1]

Containment

As of July 17, 2021, the fire was 31% percent contained,[1] and as of August 2, it was 87% contained.[2] It was contained on August 20.

Impact

Closures and evacuations

See also

References
  1. "Snake River Complex Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System". inciweb.nwcg.gov. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
  2. "Containment of Snake River Complex Remains at 87% as Crews Continue to Strengthen and Patrol Existing Containment Lines", Big Country News, Clarkston, Washington, August 2, 2021
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