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Idaho’s Dangerous Scorching Temperatures Continue
Remember when our June temperatures were unseasonably low? Do you remember when it was raining? It's been years since we've had a break from temperatures that aren't in the triple digits. The last time we had a summer like this was several years ago. Unlike other parts of the country,...
Red Cross opens shelter for those displaced by Durkee Fire
EAST OREGON (CBS2) — The Red Cross of Idaho, East Oregon and its partners opened an evacuation shelter in Ontario for those displaced by the Durkee wildfire. The shelter is located at the Malheur County Fairgrounds, 795 NW 9th St, and provides a safe place for people to stay, meals, information, emotional support and access to other community resources. There is also room for livestock and RVs.
Durkee Fire balloons to 182 square miles, Gov. Kotek invokes Conflagration
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for Durkee Fire in Baker County as officials say it has ballooned to 116,431 acres, or about 182 square miles, Sunday morning, with 0% containment.
Boise sees just 1 cent drop in gas prices, says GasBuddy
BOISE, Idaho — According to GasBuddy, the average price of a gallon of gas in Boise is now priced at $3.60 per gallon on Monday. GasBuddy surveys 216 stations in the Boise area, and what they found was that prices in Boise are 10 cents per gallon higher than a month ago, and sits at 19 cents lower than a year ago.
Areas of smoke with a thunderstorm chance
Areas of smoke with isolated thunderstorms for Sunday evening. An overnight low around 60°. Northeast winds around 10 mph. Patchy smoke and hot for Monday. A high temperature in the lower to mid 90’s. A few thunderstorms for the afternoon and evening. Sunny and hot for Tuesday, with...
Boise sets new temperature record with scorching 108 degrees on Sunday
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — According to the National Weather Service, Boise officially hit 108 degrees on Sunday, setting a new record. The record for July 21 was set back in 2005 when it was 107 degrees.
Idaho Fish and Game brings sockeye in unseasonably warm river to Eagle
IDAHO, USA — The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is taking steps to protect sockeye salmon, an endangered species, from the extreme heat. More than a hundred fish are now at the Eagle Hatchery after the state agency started trapping them at the Lower Granite Dam near Lewiston earlier this summer.
Group that quarterbacked effort to build playground in Soda Springs now raising funds for industrial shades to protect park-goers from sun
SODA SPRINGS — Laura Lind clearly remembers the hot summer days of 2014-15, taking her children to the various playgrounds located in and around Soda Springs. Pushing a stroller in one hand, holding a baby in the other, while watching her older kids run amuck trying to ride the fastest slide or go on the highest swing, each located on opposite sides of the park, was nothing short of exhausting for the young mom. ...
I-84 eastbound closed from La Grande to Baker City due to wildfire
BAKER CITY, Oregon (CBS2) — TripCheck says I-84 eastbound is closed from La Grande (Exit 265) to Baker City (Exit 304) due to wildfire activity east of Baker City. I-84 remains closed in both directions between Baker City and Ontario. The Oregon Department of Transportation says to delay travel or use an alternate route by staying on the main highways. Additionally, do not follow GPS directions or detour on county or forest roads as these are unsuitable for interstate traffic.
Texas Fire Near Kendrick Remains at 1,575 Acres, is 20% Contained
KENDRICK - Crews continue to battle the Texas Fire, located east of Kendrick on the Latah/Nez Perce County line. According to a Sunday morning update from officials, the fire size is estimated at 1,575 acres and is 20% contained. The fire area grew by only 32 acres between Thursday and Saturday. No growth was reported between Saturday morning and Sunday morning.
Rumor Has It Kim Kardashian’s Building a Massive Mansion in Idaho
Would locals flip out if Kim K. moved to Coeur d'Alene?. fed up with Hollywood and the glitterati's growing presence in the Gem State. Responding to a social media post about the star's vacation in the stunning lake town last week, locals took to the comments to unpack their thoughts on a Kim K. move to the Gem State. People were quick to point out her grandmother has lived in Lewiston for years, while others claimed Kim's had a permanent residence here for while.
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