Special Statement
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has an Air
Pollution Forecast and Caution to notify residents of Clearwater and Idaho Counties off the Nez Perce Reservation of degraded air quality. Alert could expire at 1 pm PST today.

Fire
Mud Lick is 19,198 acres, 70% contained - Dixie is 43,268 acres, 30% contained - Jumbo is 2,749 acres, 0% contained -Character Complex is 5,776 acres, 30% contained - Stateline Complex is 4,225 acres, 3% contained - Larkins Complex is 3,004 acres, 0% contained - Storm Theater Complex is 12,871 acres, 0% contained. Multiple active fires continue to burn in central/northern Idaho with some fires unstaffed and not included on this map. Remember to utilize the www.fire.airnow.gov site to stay up to date on current fire information in your specific area. Weekend storm forecasts may likely decrease active fire behavior until it dries out and warms up mid week next week.

Smoke & Weather
Smoke concentrations may likely dissipate this afternoon with expected wind instability (better mixing) aloft which could help clear out particulate matter. Rain with isolated thunderstorms is forecasted sometime Saturday, Sunday, & Monday.

Central Idaho Dixie-Jumbo + Multiple Fires + Storm Theater, Larkins, Stateline, & Character Complexes

Special Statement Watch out and prepare for ISOLATED/SCATTERED lightning and heavy rain bursts across Idaho County through Sunday.

 Fire Multiple active fires continue to burn in central Idaho with some fires unstaffed and not included on this map. Remember to utilize the www.fire.airnow.gov site to stay up to date on current fire information in your specific area. Weekend storm forecast may likely decrease fire growth but anticipate larger fuel loadings such as logs to continue combustion thereby emitting smoke impacts in localized areas/drainages.

 Smoke & Weather A heat advisory remains in place for most of today. Temperatures are forecast to decrease tonight. Smoke may begin to move out late afternoon with forecast instability which could help clear out smoke particulate matter. Rain with isolated thunderstorms is forecast sometime late today through Sunday.

The local Type 3 Incident Management Team (IMT) will be briefing the incoming Type 2 Northern Rockies Team 5 today at 5 p.m. PDT. Both teams will be working together over the weekend to facilitate a smooth transfer of command in the coming days. The new team will continue to focus on firefighter and public safety and protecting values at risk. 

Dixie Fire - The Dixie Fire increased 1,020 acres yesterday, for a total of 42, 039 acres. 
 
The fire was active yesterday on the southwest side below the communities of Comstock and Dixie. The fire is expected to move towards the east side of Comstock today or tomorrow. 
 
The fire continues to flank along the Salmon River to the south and is in the Tepee Creek area and is expected it reach Jersey Creek today or tomorrow. 
 
Firefighters will be active in these areas on the south/southwest portion of the fire as it continues to move. They will be improving protection efforts and firelines. 
 
There has been limited fire movement to the east as it remains in the Mallard Creek area. Suppression objectives for sections of the fire between Mallard Creek and the Dixie and Comstock area are 30 percent complete.
To the north, containment lines are holding along Forest Road 1190/Jack Mountain Road and Forest Road 421 in the Mallard Creek area. Fire professionals are monitoring the wind shift today that will test the nearly 20 miles of containment lines. 
 
A significant weather shift will occur this afternoon bringing a likely chance of precipitation and potential for high winds. With the high winds there is an elevated chance of falling snags. 

Jumbo Fire - The Jumbo Fire is about 2,750 acres. The fire sits at zero percent containment. It was active yesterday on the southwest side of the fire. The fire is burning well within the wilderness and is moving to the south towards the Salmon River. The fire continues to be evaluated for further actions from the air and fire professionals on the ground. 

Salmon River Recreation Advisory - Boaters on the Salmon River are directed to stop at Whitewater Ranch for updated fire information prior to continuing downriver. Expect active fire on the north side of the river from Allison Ranch south to Mackay Bar. Camping is open on both sides of the river below the highwater mark, however, be alert for rolling, flaming debris on river canyon slopes. There is a potential for flash flooding with the forecasted precipitation. 
 
Weather and Smoke - Weekend storm forecast may likely decrease fire growth but anticipate larger fuel loadings such as logs to continue combustion thereby emitting smoke impacts in localized areas/drainages.

A heat advisory remains in place for most of today. Temperatures are forecast to decrease tonight. Smoke may begin to move out late afternoon with forecast instability which could help clear out smoke particulate matter. Rain with isolated thunderstorms is forecast sometime late today through Sunday. For more information on smoke conditions visit https://fire.airnow.gov/.
 
Fire Restrictions - Based on current fire activity, land management agencies and fire managers in the Grangeville Area implemented STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS effective Friday, July 16. See InciWeb for more information: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/7608/60737/.
 
Evacuations and Closures -  Evacuation orders continue to be in place in the communities around the fire perimeter including the Dixie/Comstock Area, Mallard, and Whitewater Ranch. For evacuation information and updates, please call Idaho County Sheriff’s Office at 208-983-1100.

The Payette National Forest has issued a closure order south of the Dixie fire for multiple trails on the Krassel Ranger District, including a portion of the Idaho Centennial Trail. 

Copies of the official closure orders and maps of the closed areas are available online. 

• For the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests: a new Closure Order #01-17-05-21-002 is in effect for these fires and can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/nezperceclearwater/alerts-notices under “Public Notices”.
• For the Payette National Forest: Closure Order #0412-562 is in effect for the Dixie Fire and can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/payette/alerts-notices under “Closures”. 

The local Type 3 team will be working closely with the incoming Type 2 team today in preparation for the transfer of command. Northern Rockies Team 5 will assume command of the fire at 0600 Monday August 2, 2021.
 
Dixie Fire
The Dixie Fire remains at 42,039 acres. The fire was very active yesterday afternoon and acres are expected to increase following the next infrared flight over the fire.

Ridgetop winds picked up yesterday afternoon along the northern end of the fire with sustain windspeeds of 20 mph. The fire crossed the containment line along Forest Road 1190 and established itself in the Red River drainage. It is burning into old fire scars and moving toward the west and Forest Road 222. Firefighters are assessing the area today and will be looking at options for new lines.

Crews were also in the Dixie and Comstock areas holding and improving line in and around the communities. There was some interior burning, but no fire activity around Painter Mine or Comstock as of yesterday.

The fire continues to burn along the Salmon River to the south and has reached Jersey Creek. Fire crews are patrolling the river to assess needs for structure protection for private property, historic structures, and infrastructure. There has been limited fire movement to the east as it remains in the Mallard Creek drainage.

Another weather front will be coming in today bringing in possible thunderstorms across the fire area. Strong winds have the potential to impact fire activity on both the Dixie and Jumbo fires.

Fire personnel are actively working along many Forest roads both in and around the Dixie Fire Closure Area. If you are recreating near a closure order, be aware of higher amounts of vehicle traffic and/or fire personnel.

Jumbo Fire
The Jumbo Fire remains around 2,750 acres. The fire sits at zero percent containment. The fire is burning well within the wilderness and is moving to the south towards the Salmon River. The fire continues to be evaluated for further actions from the air and on the ground. 

Salmon River Recreation Advisory
Boaters on the Salmon River are directed to stop at Whitewater Ranch for updated fire information prior to continuing downriver. Expect active fire on the north side of the river from Allison Ranch south to Mackay Bar. Camping is open on both sides of the river below the highwater mark, however, be alert for rolling, flaming debris on river canyon slopes. There is a potential for flash flooding with the forecasted precipitation.

Weather and Smoke
Strong outflow winds from the thunderstorms may increase fire activity and spotting potential today, however moving into Monday, cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity may limit fire growth. Flash flooding may occur near recently burned areas. Temperatures are forecasted to remain in the low 80's. Smoke may begin to move out late afternoon with forecast instability which could help clear out smoke particulate matter. Rain with
isolated thunderstorms is forecasted today. For more information on smoke conditions visit https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Fire Restrictions
Based on current fire activity, land management agencies and fire managers in the Grangeville Area implemented STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS effective Friday, July 16. See InciWeb for more information: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/7608/60737/.

Evacuations and Closures
Evacuation orders continue to be in place in the communities around the fire perimeter including the Dixie/Comstock Area, Mallard, and Whitewater Ranch. For evacuation information and updates, please call Idaho County Sheriff’s Office at 208-983-1100.

The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests has an area closure in effect for the Dixie and Jumbo Fires and the Payette National Forest has issued a closure order south of the Dixie fire for multiple trails on the Krassel Ranger District, including a portion of the Idaho Centennial Trail.

Copies of the official closure orders and maps of the closed areas are available online.
• For the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests: Closure Order #01-17-05-21-002 is in effect for these fires and can be found at
    https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/nezperceclearwater/alerts-  notices under “Public Notices”.
• For the Payette National Forest: Closure Order #0412-562 is in effect for the Dixie Fire and can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/payette/alerts-notices under “Closures”.


  

Special Statement
Watch out and prepare for ISOLATED/SCATTERED lightning and heavy rain bursts across Idaho and Clearwater counties
through Sunday.

Fire
The Dixie Fire is 42,039 acres, east winds yesterday caused the fire to jump containment lines in the northern portion of the fire bumping containment down from 30% to 12% today. The Jumbo Fire is 2,432 acres and 0% contained. Storm Theater Complex is 15,432 and 0% contained. The Vinegar Fire is an estimated 2,000 acres up 800 acres from yesterday and is 0% contained. The Mud Lick Fire is 20,607 acres and 92%contained. Multiple active fires continue to burn in central Idaho with some fires unstaffed and not included on this map. Remember to utilize the www.fire.airnow.gov site to stay up to date on current fire information in your specific area.

Smoke & Weather
Smoke may continue to move up and out due to forecast atmospheric instability. Rain with isolated thunderstorms is in todays forecast. Some fire incidents may not experience rain. Overall may see a southern wind component across Idaho and Clearwater counties which could help clear out particulate matter in monitored communities.

DIXIE FIRE:
The most active portion of the fire continues to be along Blowout Ridge on the western side of the fire. The northwest portion of the fire continues to burn steadily, holding a significant amount of heat. The fire will likely continue to smolder in the Red Creek drainage in the southern portion of the fire, creep up Noble Ridge in the east, and move slowly down canyon into Jersey Creek to the south.

Crews will continue to monitor the fire's progression down river near Jersey Creek. Give the recent precipitation, crews will implement direct (closer to the fire's edge) containment actions in the Comstock and Dixie areas. To the northwest, crews will assess and determine opportunities to contain the recent push across Road 1190. Crews will continue to patrol Road 421 and contain areas of heat in the Noble Creek area.

JUMBO FIRE:
The Jumbo fire is burning well within the wilderness and is moving slowly north on the western flank, as well as south towards the Salmon River. Though the fire remains active (creeping and smoldering), it has not moved nor increased in acreage. Fire managers will assess the fire's status and progression, evaluating and planning for further actions.

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
Wetting rain yesterday afternoon and evening dampened fire behavior. Heavy fuels will continue to smolder, especially in sheltered areas under the heavy canopy. The fire received over an inch of rain on the northern flank, with lesser amounts elsewhere on the fire. Today's forecast calls for afternoon NW winds gusting up to 16 mph, temperatures in the 80s, and zero chance of precipitation. Relative humidity will remain around 30%. Weather is predicted to change quickly, with a drying ridge approaching the area.

DIXIE FIRE:
Crews completed direct (closer to the fire's edge) containment actions in the Comstock and Dixie areas. Crews will scout for additional opportunities for fuel breaks in the area. If river conditions allow, crews will boat up the Salmon River to check the fire's status and increase containment along the southern perimeter. To the northwest, crews and heavy equipment continue to contain the recent push across Road 1190. Crews will continue to patrol Road 421 and contain areas of residual heat in the Noble Creek area.
 
JUMBO FIRE:
Fire personnel arrived to the Jumbo Fire area last night and will begin assessing the fire's status and progression today, evaluating and planning for further actions. The fire is burning well within the wilderness and has been slowly creeping and smoldering north on the western flank, as well as south towards the Salmon River. Fire behavior analysts do not expect any movement or growth today.

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
Overnight relative humidity recovery ranged from 65 to 100% across the fire area. The thin layer of fog in the low-lying areas is expected to lift before noon. Temperatures are expected to be in the high 80s to low 90s with relative humidity in the high teens to low 20s. There is a slight possibility of rain tomorrow evening into Thursday, with increased cloud cover likely, as a weather disturbance moves through the area.

There is little evidence of heat in the lighter fuels; these "flashy" fuels are likely to dry out quickly. Weak smoke production continues to highlight areas of concentrated heat in the heavier smoldering fuels, especially where sheltered under the thick canopy. Minimal fire behavior is expected through the end of the week, although drier conditions are expected today. The effects of recent precipitation are expected to last a few days.

DIXIE FIRE:
Crews continue to construct and improve fireline in the Comstock and Dixie areas. To the south of the fire, crews boated the Salmon River and scouted fire activity. They confirmed the fire has not crossed the river, with little fire movement along the southern perimeter. To the northwest, crews continue to monitor and contain the recent fire push across Road 1190 and "gridded the green" (checking unburned areas outside the fire's perimeter for embers and isolated heat). Crews will continue to patrol Road 421, repair and replace culverts burned by the fire, and contain areas of residual heat in the Noble/Mallard Creek area. Helicopters will assist in moving supplies and equipment to fire crews working near Mackay Bar.

JUMBO FIRE:
Personnel are on site at the Jumbo Fire and are continuing to monitor the fire's status and progression. The fire is burning well within the wilderness and has been slowly creeping and smoldering, with some areas of heat and smoke in the interior. Fire behavior analysts do not expect any significant movement today.

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
Temperatures are expected to be in the high 80s, with relative humidity in the high teens to low 20s. Thunderstorms could pass through the area on Thursday, with potential for 25 mile per hour wind gusts from the southwest. A cooling pattern, with some potential for additional precipitation and isolated lightning strikes, may follow later in the week.

Despite the drier conditions, the effects of recent precipitation have continued to result in minimal fire behavior. The northeast corner of the fire near Noble Creek received the smallest amount of rain and is currently the most active area of the fire. Fuel moisture in the surrounding area is expected to slow fire movement and limit the potential for spotting. The active burn window is predicted to be from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Needle drop could result in the potential for reburn; firefighters will watch these areas.

DIXIE FIRE:
Crews along the Salmon River further scouted for fire activity upriver. The crews, along with helicopters from the Dixie helibase, assisted several smokejumpers with a new start south of the Jumbo Fire, east of the Crooked Creek drainage (within the 2007 Rattlesnake fire footprint). On the northwest section of the Dixie fire, crews continue to monitor and contain the recent fire push across Road 1190, checking unburned areas outside the fire's perimeter for isolated heat. Crews will "plumb" the area with water-handling equipment and address heat in the heavy canopy. Crews will continue to patrol Road 421, repair and replace culverts burned by the fire, and contain areas of residual heat in the Noble/Mallard Creek area.

JUMBO FIRE:
Personnel are on site at the Jumbo Fire and are continuing to monitor the fire's status and progression, as well as water-handling equipment near area structures. The fire is burning within the wilderness and has been slowly creeping and smoldering, with some areas of heat and smoke in the interior. The area of most concern, given today's predicted winds, is the southern perimeter.

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
There is a RED FLAG WARNING in effect from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. for dry thunderstorms and gusty, erratic outflow winds. Temperatures are expected to be in the 80s, with relative humidity in the 25-30% range and ridgetop winds at 25 mph. Outflow winds associated with passing thunderstorms could gust to 50 mph. A cooling pattern is forecast for the next couple of days, resulting in more relaxed fire behavior conditions.

The effects of recent precipitation (residual moisture under the heavy canopy) have continued to result in minimal fire behavior. Despite this subdued activity, there is still potential for increased fire behavior. Areas of interior heat continue to clean up pockets of fuel. Residual heat along the perimeter could result in spotting of up to 1/4 mile, under gusty outflow winds. The northeast corner of the fire near the top of Noble Creek received the smallest amount of rain and contains the driest fuels; this area has around 15-20 acres of visible fire activity.

Special Statement
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Idaho and Clearwater counties. Due to concerns of lightning, gusty/erratic winds, and current fire activity, a Red Flag Warning will be in effect from 0800 to 2300 PDT today. Chance for lingering showers on Friday, with continued cooler weather and increased relative humidity Saturday.

Fire
Large fire activity has been light with some new small lightning fires reported and contained. The most notable fires with rapid growth and burning structures yesterday afternoon are located in northern California. The fire.airnow.gov website is a helpful one stop tool to acquire fire and air quality information across the country.

Smoke & Weather
Smoke from out of region fires southwest of Idaho may impact local communities today. The Outlook area weather forecast is to expect gusty high winds in some areas, isolated rain, along with some potential for lightning through Saturday.