Pocatello Fire Dept. prepares for possibility of summer wildfires, offers tips for fire safety

Pocatello Fire Dept. prepares for possibility of summer wildfires, offers tips for fire safety

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The dry, windy summer weather substantially increases the risk of wildfires in Southeast Idaho during the warmer months, and the Pocatello Fire Department is encouraging people to take precautions now to avoid sparking fires. According to Kim Stouse, public information officer for the Pocatello Fire Department, wildfires can start in a number of different ways, including driving through tall grass, leaving campfires unat…

Wildfire Awareness Month highlights proactive fire safety strategies

In 2024, Texas saw 5,187 wildfires burn over 1.3 million acres. Because wildfires are unpredictable and know no boundaries, every ...For the rest of the story, pick up a copy of this week’s edition of the Marlin Democrat or subscribe to the E-Edition. Already an e-edition subscriber? Login to your Marlin Democrat account. Already a print subscriber? Call 254-883-2554 to set up your online account. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today! Read more…