This is a list of wildfires across Idaho during 2021, that have burned more than 1,000 acres (400 hectares), produced significant structural damage or casualties, or otherwise been notable. Acreage and containment figures may not be up to date.
Background While the "fire season" in Idaho varies every year based on fire weather conditions, most wildfires occur from June to September. Fire activities normally increase in July and August because of drier conditions, hotter temperatures, and more lightning strikes from thunderstorms. However, wildfire severity can vary every year based on preseason conditions such as snowpack and the overcrowded growth of vegetation and dying trees.
List of wildfires
NameCounty AcresStart dateContainment dateNotesRefDixie-Jumbo FiresIdaho, Clearwater46,500 Caused by lightningTrestle Creek ComplexShoshone, Bonner6,631Caused by lightningMud Lick FireLemhi20,857 Caused by lightningCougar Rock Complex Clearwater8,178Caused by lightningDeer FireBoise856 Caused by lightningSnake River Complex FiresLewis, Nez Perce109,444Caused by lightning
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