Chelan sheriff seeks help finding pickup seen near start of fire
July 6, 2015 Updated Mon., July 6, 2015 at 1:31 p.m.
Lightning-sparked fire burns 50 acres near Bonners Ferry
A lightning-sparked fire has burned about 50 acres of land about 18 miles northwest of Bonners Ferry. Conditions at the Bakers Camp Fire are hot and windy in steep terrain, a news release from Boundary County said. No structures are threatened. Some 58 firefighters are working the fire with air assistance, including helicopters and tanker retardant airplanes, the release said. No evacuations or road closures are in place but a temporary flight restriction does exist. Residents and recreationalists living or visiting the area are encouraged to stay informed of the constantly changing conditions. Members of the public have been asked to reduce speeds on all Bonners Ferry roads due to smoke visibility. For more information, visit idahofireinfo.blogspot.com
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