ADA COUNTY, ID — Three fires broke out on Wednesday, all believed to be human caused, are expected to be controlled by Thursday afternoon.
On Wednesday, just south of Black Creek Reservoir, it was reported that a fire started around 4:54 p.m. The spread of the fire has been stopped. The BLM expected the fire to be contained around Midnight Wednesday, and extinguished by Thursday morning.
According to the BLM, the fire was caused by someone. The reason is under investigation.
The fire is estimated to have burned over 500 acres and did not did not damage any structures.
The BLM responded to the emergency by sending out an air tanker, four engines, two dozers and a water tender.
Two other fires broke on out Wednesday in the Valley.
The Ham Fire, located approximately 16 miles southeast of Hammett and spanning a reported 125 acres.
The Freeze Fire, located near the Little Freezeout south of Emmett, estimated to be about 25 acres.
All fires are being investigated as being human caused. Officials expect all Black, Ham and Freeze fires to be controlled by June 22.
For the latest updates, be sure to check the Bureau of Land Management's website, as well as their Twitter and Facebook.
