New Fire Restrictions Coming to Idaho Forests and Rangelands

New fire restrictions coming to Idaho forests and rangelands

Federal and state agencies are set to implement Stage 1 fire restrictions across central and eastern Idaho starting Friday, August 7, due to high fire danger and dry conditions.

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Start Today on Plumas NF

Quincy, CA, August 5, 2026 — The Plumas National Forest is moving into Stage II Fire Restrictions today, Wednesday, August 5. Hot, dry temperatures over the past few weeks are increasing the fire danger. In Stage II Fire Restrictions, campfires are only allowed in specific designated recreation sites with a campground host, in established campfire […] The post Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Start Today on Plumas NF appeared first on YubaNet.

Aircraft violate flying restrictions over forest fires

The MNR says some pilots are contravening aviation regulations and an official safety notice.

Plumas National Forest to enter Stage II Fire Restrictions starting Wednesday

The United States Forest Service says any violations of the prohibitions are punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both.

Fire restrictions to be enforced across Idaho Panhandle starting Friday

NORTH IDAHO – Fire restrictions will be issued starting Friday, August 7, across the Panhandle region, with Stage 2 Fire Restrictions impacting Sandpoint, Priest Lake and the Bonners Ferry Rangers Districts, while State 1 Fire Restrictions will be enacted for…

Stage two fire restrictions to take effect Friday in Ravalli County

Ravalli County Commissioners have approved a resolution to implement stage two fire restrictions in Ravalli County starting at midnight Friday.