UPDATE: As of September 6th 2024,
BLM (Bureau of Land Management) with local firefighting agencies continue to monitor and fight the Plex Fire. The smoke sightings are currently the main focus, as BLM notifies the public not to call emergency services regarding the smoke. Crews are on scene, as well as, dispatch centers working to help fight the fire.
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The Plex Fire, burning along Hwy 21 in southeast Boise near Micron, was last estimated around 350 acres burning near the Boise River and diversion dam, and was threatening homes near Columbia Village Thursday morning.
As of 4:00 p.m. Thursday afternoon, officials say the fire is contained and Highway 21 near Micron is back open.
Related: Plex Fire gives Southeast Boise Neighborhood a scare
Many people in the area woke up to an orange glowing sky, with flames visible along the ridgetop near the Oregon Trail Reserve.
No mandatory evacuations were ordered but homeowners closest to the fire were notified of the fire's changing activity with a CodeRED alert.
Highway 21 was closed for most of the day Thursday between S. Technology Way and E. Warm Springs while crews worked to contain the fire.
Boise Fire responds to brush fire burning near Micron
There were more than 1,600 homes in the area without power Thursday morning, also impacting Trail Winds Elementary and Les Bois Junior High. The Boise School District notified parents and said all tardies and absences would be excused. The schools restored power around 9:00 a.m.
The fire is impacting air quality across the Treasure Valley, leading many schools to cancel outdoor activities.
There are no reported injuries at this time as crews continue working to protect structures and contain the fire.
BLM Idaho officials reported containment Thursday afternoon with plans to have it fully controlled by Saturday night.
