Arcing power lines caused Mountain Home brush fire, investigators determine

Fire marshal determines cause of, damage done by Mountain Home fire

Investigators have determined the cause of last week’s brush fire in Mountain Home, and also announced the number of homes and vehicles the fire destroyed.

Idaho Power says its equipment likely caused Mountain Home fire last week

The fire destroyed multiple homes and injured six law enforcement officers who were trying to make sure people were evacuated.

Mountain Home fire: Idaho Power says equipment may have been involved, promises support

The cause of a destructive wildfire in Mountain Home last week has been determined by Idaho State Fire Marshals.

Arcing power lines caused Mountain Home brush fire, investigators determine

A brush fire in Mountain Home destroyed 15 homes and injured law enforcement personnel. Investigators say arcing power lines were the cause of the fire.