Crime & Safety
Range Fire Near Ashton, Idaho Estimated At 433 Acres
The Black Knoll fire is burning in sage, grass and Juniper approximately 10 miles northwest of Ashton.
ASHTON, ID — For those making a trip to eastern Idaho, a fire is burning near Ashton, Idaho and officials are asking the public to stay away from the Sand Creek Road.
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The Black Knoll fire was reported Monday north of the Fremont County Landfill. Mapping of the fire late Monday reported acreage at 433 acres.
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A dozer line has been completed on 60 percent of the fire early Tuesday morning and a tactical water tanker has joined the efforts.
Containment of the fire is estimated to be 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
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