Idaho Department of Lands

Thank you for helping us spread the Fire Prevention message!!

A big THANK YOU to the Idaho Department of Lands! ❤️

We are incredibly grateful to the Idaho Department of Lands for donating this new Fire Danger sign to the Emida Fire Department and our community.

This sign is more than just a helpful tool — it’s a daily reminder of the important work our firefighters do and the wildfire prevention efforts that keep our families, homes, and forests safe.

The Idaho Department of Lands works tirelessly every day for our rural communities — fighting fires, educating the public, supporting prevention programs, and being there when we need them most. Their dedication and commitment to protecting our way of life here in North Idaho does not go unnoticed.

Thank you, IDL, for this generous donation and for everything you do for Emida and surrounding areas. We truly appreciate you!

Only you can prevent wildfires. Stay safe, everyone!

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👩‍🚒🌲 Fire Prevention Jen here with your weekend reminder!

Before you head outdoors this weekend, take a moment to check the Fire Danger Rating signs in the area where you live, work, or plan to recreate. Many locations across North Idaho have recently moved into MODERATE fire danger as temperatures rise and vegetation continues to dry out.

What does MODERATE fire danger mean?

🔥 Wildfires can start from most accidental causes.
🔥 Fires may spread through grass, brush, and forest fuels.
🔥 Outdoor activities that create sparks or heat require extra caution.

Whether you're camping, hiking, mountain biking, riding OHVs, or enjoying a backyard campfire, remember that all unwanted human-caused fires are preventable.

✅ Check local conditions before you go.
✅ Follow any fire restrictions in effect.
✅ Make sure campfires are dead out before leaving.
✅ Secure trailer chains and avoid parking on dry grass.

A little prevention today can help keep Idaho's forests and communities safe all season long.
More on the Fire Danger Rating System: https://loom.ly/2IgQMXE

☀️ Morning Update

Firefighters continue to make steady progress on the Gold Run Fire. Updated mapping and field verification have refined the fire size estimate to 221 acres, and containment has increased to 22%.

🔥 Firelines around the entire perimeter continue to hold. Today, crews are focused on strengthening containment lines, extinguishing hot spots, and addressing areas of residual heat within the fire area.

🚁 This morning, an agency drone equipped with an infrared camera was flown over the fire to identify lingering heat that may not be visible from the ground. The information collected helps firefighters prioritize suppression efforts and direct resources where they are needed most.

🌡️ Weather remains a concern. Hot and dry conditions are expected to continue today, and forecasted wind gusts exceeding 30 mph on Saturday could test existing firelines. Firefighters are taking advantage of current conditions to strengthen containment lines ahead of the anticipated wind event.

🚧 The Highwater Road between Elizabeth Park and Big Creek remains closed to all traffic, including all of Country Club Road. Please respect closures and avoid the area to allow firefighters to safely conduct suppression operations.

🚶 The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes remains open to pedestrian traffic. Visitors should remain alert for firefighting activity and follow all posted signs and instructions from fire personnel.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Shoshone County Sheriff's Office
Full Press Release: https://loom.ly/G7pP_0c

🔥Every Human-Caused Wildfire Is Preventable🔥

As summer temperatures rise across Idaho and outdoor recreation ramps up, now is the time to remember that all human-caused wildfires are preventable.

Most wildfires don't start because of extreme weather—they start with a single spark from everyday activities. Whether it's an unattended campfire, a dragging tow chain, equipment use, fireworks, or a discarded cigarette, one small mistake can have devastating consequences for our forests, wildlife, communities, and firefighters.

Before you head outdoors this weekend:

✅ Check chainsaws, mowers, and equipment for sparks.
✅ Drown campfires dead out—cold to the touch.
✅ Watch for dragging chains and hot spots from vehicles.
✅ Never toss ci******es on the ground.
✅ Leave fireworks to the professionals.

Every choice matters. Every spark counts.

Together, we can protect Idaho's landscapes and help prevent unwanted human-caused wildfires.
BLM Idaho Fire

🔥 Evening Update

Firefighters made significant progress today, completing fireline around the entire Gold Run Fire perimeter. Crews will continue securing and strengthening those lines while monitoring for remaining hot spots and areas of concern.

🚧 The Highwater Road between Elizabeth Park and Big Creek remains closed to all traffic, including all of Country Club Road. Please respect road closures and avoid the area so firefighters can safely continue suppression operations.

🚶‍♀️ The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes is expected to reopen to pedestrian traffic Friday morning. Visitors should remain alert for firefighting activity and follow any posted signs or instructions from fire personnel.

Fire officials continue to assess conditions and process field data. Updated fire size and containment information will be provided as it becomes available.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

📸 Jen Russell, NI T3 IMT: A machine-constructed fireline on the Gold Run Fire provides firefighters with a critical barrier to help stop the fire's spread. By removing vegetation and exposing mineral soil, these lines create a defensible edge that crews can strengthen and patrol as containment efforts continue.
Shoshone County Sheriff's Office

🔥 Update

Minimal fire activity was observed on the Gold Run Fire this afternoon. Firefighters continue to secure fireline and verify the fire perimeter by ground truthing maps throughout the incident area.

Updated fire size and containment information will be available after crews complete their work and data collected in the field can be downloaded, reviewed, and analyzed later today.

Thank you for giving firefighters the space they need to work safely.


Shoshone County Sheriff's Office
📸Chris Meyers, Fire Warden- Cataldo, IDL View of looking south from east of Montgomery Gulch.

Evacuations have been lifted. Please respect road closures for your safety and our firefighters who will continue to be working in the area.

Supporting our partners in first response!
Thank you Shoshone County Sheriff's Office for your commitment to timely accurate information releases.

🚨 Gold Run Fire Update – June 18, 2026 🚨

This morning, the North Idaho Type 3 Incident Management Team assumed command of the Gold Run Fire burning between Elizabeth Park and Big Creek, south of I-90 in Shoshone County.

🔥 The fire remains at an estimated 235 acres and is 20% contained.

Today, firefighters will continue securing fireline around the perimeter and working to increase containment. Crews will also be walking the fireline to verify mapping and identify any remaining areas of concern.

While fire activity was minimal yesterday, warmer temperatures today may increase activity in isolated pockets of unburned fuel within the fire perimeter. As a result, smoke and heat may become more noticeable throughout the day.

⚠️ Evacuation notices remain in effect for the Big Creek and Elizabeth Park area. Residents from Big Creek east to Johnson Street on both sides of I-90 remain in READY status. The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office is evaluating conditions and will provide updates as they become available.

👨‍🚒 Approximately 247 personnel are assigned to the incident, including hotshot crews, initial attack crews, heavy equipment, and aviation resources.

Please use extra caution when traveling in the area. Increased firefighter traffic and recreational visitors are expected ahead of this weekend's mountain bike races at Silver Mountain.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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