BOISE, Idaho — Multiple brush and grass fires are being put out Monday, most likely caused by the early morning lightning.
As suggested Sunday evening by Idaho News 6 Chief Meteorologist Scott Dorval, several fires broke out due to lightning that came into the Treasure Valley as part of the cold front that swept through the area.
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According to the Bureau of Land Management, a fire in Mountain Home appears to have been caused by lighting. As of 10:00 am, crews were still working to contain the fire. BLM reports that no structures are threatened, though they are keeping an eye on the area in light of the storm that rolled through.
Another vegetation fire broke out just northeast of Middleton, also believed to be caused by lightning. Though crews have it contained, a few have remained on site to mop up hot spots. The fire is believed to be between 40 and 60 acres and has had responses from fire crews from Star, Eagle, Meridian, and Black Canyon Rural Fire Protection Association.
Another, referred to as the Johnstone Fire, was located south of Homedale in Owyhee County, said to have consumed over 13 acres.
Crews have been at all three areas and have contained the spread. However, they will stay on site to continue to mop up hot spots as the day continues.
