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
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 20th.

Impact

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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