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2,800 lightning strikes from storms Wednesday leads to 15 new wildfire starts
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The U.S. Forest Service reports that 15 new fire starts have been detected in the past 24 hours in Idaho, with more expected. Strong winds and thunderstorms across eastern Oregon and western Idaho Wednesday further complicated matters for fire managers as resources are already stretched thin. The National Weather Service in Boise reports 2,800 lightning strikes came from the storms on Wednesday, leading Forest Service personnel to believe more fires could soon be detected.
11 Mistakes Idaho Homeowners Make During Wildfire Season
The Treasure Valley is currently experiencing a heatwave and whether we notice it or not, this presents some dangerous conditions... especially for our homes. According to the Western Fire Chiefs Association, we're right in the thick of wildfire season, which begins in June and peaks in July/August. If you weren't...
Don’t Miss When Comic Con Comes to the Magic Valley This Summer
Comic cons are typically known as nerd conventions, but with the popularity of Star Wars, Superhero movies and television shows, and video games, more and more people identify as a nerd. The most infamous comic con is the one in San Diego and is the one that most nerds would love to attend, but for many, it is unrealistic and will never happen. Over the last decade, many different types of cons have begun popping up everywhere, including smaller comic cons across the United States. Idaho is home to Gem State Comic Con in Boise each year, but it is finally time for the Magic Valley to get its own comic con, and this year that is finally happening.
Boise Farmers Market Vendors Want You To Do This One Easy Thing
Should all vendors accept cards at the Farmer's Market?. Boise residents debate whether vendors should universally accept card payments. The original poster passionately pleaded, "For the love of God, please stop bringing big bills to vendors who don't take cards," sparking a flurry of opinions. Many commenters sympathized with the...
North Idaho library network deems change to minor library card policy 'overreaching'
The Community Library Network board of trustees held off on policy changes that would affect how minors access materials deemed “adult” in local libraries. This comes as libraries across Idaho grapple with a new law that allows parents to challenge materials they believe to be harmful to minors.
Dangerous Virus Detected In 2 Boise Areas: What You Need To Know
We're in the thick of summer and some of the best activities you can do during the summer take place outside. Also, it's easier now than any other time to lose track of time while you're outside as daylight lasts a lot longer. A dangerous virus is threatening our safety...
Photos: Eagle Was Hit With Disgusting Hate Filled Graffiti
Eagle Police Seek Community Help in Graffiti Vandalism Investigation. The Eagle Police Department is appealing to the community for assistance following a disturbing incident of graffiti vandalism reported early this morning. Residents in the area of Floating Feather and Highway 55 woke up to find offensive messages spray-painted on fences, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement.
Red Cross Operates Shelters During Busy Fire Season
Residents of Oregon and SW Washington are in the middle of a busy wildfire season as the climate crisis threatens to upend more communities. The American Red Cross Cascades Region opened our first shelter in La Pine on June 25th due to the Darlene 3 Fire and we have not stopped since. We are currently operating in 4 different locations in our region plus we are helping support or neighboring Red Cross regions in Washington, Idaho and Montana.
Nampa man who killed mother's alleged killer sentenced after jury sought lenience
Raul Cuevas faced a minimum of 10 years and up to life in prison for his second-degree murder conviction. On Tuesday, he was sentenced to 10 years — a sentence that Judge Jonathan Medema said he’s never seen in a murder case before. After the trial process, the...
Air Quality Advisory Issued for the Nez Perce Reservation
LAPWAI - An Air Quality Advisory has been issued for the Nez Perce Reservation due to smoke from wildfires. This advisory will remain in effect until Friday, July 26, at 10:00 AM. Wildfire smoke may move in and out of the area depending on fire and wind activity, impacting some areas more than others. No EPA/NPT burn permits will be approved during this period.
Idaho Experiences Nearly 3,000 Lightning Strikes in 24-Hours
In what was nothing short of a 'shocking' report--we are now learning that in about 24-hours, Idaho experience nearly 3,000 individual lightning strikes over the gem state. Each summer in the Treasure Valley, we know exactly what to expect. Things start off slow, and then we wake up one day to scorching heat. That heat will stick around for a few days, and then things will cool off a bit. When they cool off, we get a thunderstorm and then said thunderstorm takes over social media for 24-hours, at least.
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