Wildland

Sarah A. Miller/Idaho Statesman
In this file photo, the Claremont Fire spreads through the Boise Foothills in July 2026.
Idaho's wildfire season has prompted the state to seek increased funding and resources amid rising costs and ongoing fire risks.
Aug. 21, 2026
Photos by Surgey Tomlinson
Standing Firefighter Order No. 1 includes a call for officers/crews to keep informed about fire weather conditions—in regard to the wildland, dry weather, lightning, heat and wind—because of their effect on the flammability of vegetation. For example, wind can drive fire in the wildland uphill or downhill, as shown in this image that was captured during the January 2025 Palisades Fire.
Aug. 19, 2026
Ryan Baker/Firehouse
The Fire Service Scoop: FILL
Aug. 14, 2026
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Aug. 13, 2026
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Aug. 13, 2026
Chad Costa
The toll on those who lose loved ones struggle for years with the those losses, plus the economic, emotional and physical toll. The responders who work the fires can also be overcome with emotions are they work around the clock.
Aug. 11, 2026
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Aug. 11, 2026
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Aug. 11, 2026
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