Crews Battle Fast-Moving Brush Fires in Payette County

Fire that started near I-84 during windstorm being investigated as ‘suspicious circumstances’

Fire near Interstate 84 in Payette County during Thursday’s windstorm remains under investigation. Burning drip tape sparked spot fires, heavy smoke and evacuation concerns, but no injuries occurred.

Payette residents evacuated amid fast-moving grass fire

High winds helped spread a fast-moving grass fire in Payette, causing some residents to evacuate. Officials are still searching for the cause.

Crews battle fast-moving brush fires in Payette County

Fire crews are responding to several fast-moving brush fires along Interstate 84 in Payette County, according to the Payette County Sheriff's Office, as strong winds push flames through dry grass and threaten nearby homes.Payette County officials said firefighters were called to active brush fires around 4:40 p.m. on Thursday between mileposts 13 and 17 on I-84, as well as near SE 8th Avenue and SE 9th Avenue off Sand Hollow Road. Reports from t…

Crews respond to multiple fires throughout southwest Idaho

Brush fires driven by strong winds in Payette County led to evacuations and road closures. The fire has now been contained, according to BLM.

Payette County deputies respond to fast-moving brush fires threatening structures near I-84

Payette County deputies and multiple fire departments responding Thursday to active brush fires burning in two areas, with reports that structures were threate