US EditionFire Crews Continuing Work to Put Out Post Fire Burning Near Highway 12 in Idaho
- The Post Fire consumed 151 acres on a steep, rocky hillside near Highway 12 in Idaho, approximately 14 miles to the west of Powell Junction, and remained uncontained as of June 17, 2025.
- The fire started on Wednesday during an unusually dry spring, which accelerated its spread and put at risk a major north-central Idaho route, the nearby hot springs at Weir Creek, and surrounding outdoor recreational sites.
- Under the direction of Incident Commander Joe Sampson, Northern Rockies Team 5 mobilized 191 personnel, three helicopters, hotshot crews, and established fuel breaks to control the fire and safeguard critical infrastructure.
- A temporary flight restriction covers a seven-mile radius around the fire, with officials urging travelers not to stop on Highway 12 to avoid interfering with operations.
- Despite warm temperatures and a chance of thunderstorms later on June 17, crews maintained vigilance and used recent light rain and cloudy skies to make containment progress.
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Post fire threatens landmarks near Highway 12 in Idaho
IDAHO - Firefighters were actively battling the Post Fire near Highway 12 in Idaho. The fire, located about 14 miles west of Powell Junction, had burned 151 acres and was 0% contained.
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191 Personnel now Assigned to Fire Near US12 in Idaho County
IDAHO COUNTY, ID – According to officials on Sunday morning, 191 total personnel are now assigned to battling a wildfire burning north of US Highway 12 in the Nez Perce – Clearwater National Forest, known as the Post Fire. Officials say the effort also currently involves 3 engines, 3 helicopters and 4 hotshot crews. First reported on Tuesday afternoon, the fire is located about 31 miles west of Lolo Pass. As of Sunday morning, it is still cons…
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