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Limepoint Fire 

Sunday, September 1, 2024 

Contacts for Fire Information:   

208-992-3032 or 2024.limepoint@firenet.gov 

https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idpaf-limepoint-fire  

https://www.facebook.com/payettenationalforest/

The Limepoint Fire added over 200 acres due to a combination of infrared mapping and interior fires consuming fuel. None of the fires currently threaten containment lines and containment is holding at 93%. The smoke that was visible yesterday evening was from those interior fires. Smoke from interior burns will likely be visible again today, and an air quality alert has been issued until 3:00 p.m. this afternoon.  

Salvaged timber operations are complete and all salvaged wood has been decked. The log decks are clearly marked and have been slated for a salvage timber sale. The wood is not available to the public.  

Sunday will be hot and dry, with clear skies apart from the smoke. Sunday night an upper level low moves into the area, bringing with it a small chance for showers and thunderstorms Monday morning. Additional storms are possible late Monday afternoon, with gust potential to 50 mph. A fire weather watch in in effect for Monday. 

As hunters and recreators continue to make their way to their favorite playground on the Payette National Forest, we ask that the public please prioritize driving safety. As there are still road closures in effect, motorists should expect increased congestion on open roads. Know that heavy equipment and fire crews are still working in the fire area. Dust, poor visibility, and rough roads can all make driving difficult. Please slow down, use your lights and seatbelts, and do not tailgate. 

Evacuations: Cuprum remains at a Level 1 (READY) evacuation level.  

Closures: The Forest Closure Order updated Monday, August 26, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. Some areas previously closed to the public have been reopened. For details about the closure, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/payette/alerts-notices. There is still a lot of work being done in the fire area; for your safety and the safety of firefighters, please observe the existing Payette Forest Closures still in effect and watch out for firefighters and fire traffic. 

Restrictions: Effective 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024, Stage 1 fire restrictions were lifted. There are currently no fire restrictions in place, but visitors are reminded that vegetation is still dry and to be careful with all use of fire outdoors.