Dewey Fire near Harpster

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Fire crews continue to battle the 15-acre Dewey Fire, located fire eight miles northeast of Grangeville near Harpster.

Multiple structures are still threatened by the fire that is burning on steep slopes in timber and brush.  Idaho Department of Lands is being assisted by the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest Service and the Harpster Rural Fire Department.

A helicopter and Single Engine Air Tankers are available as needed throughout the day.  Tankers dropped retardant Wednesday night before winds made it unsafe for aircraft to fly.  The aerial drops along with rain and subsiding wind helped slow the fire’s progress.

The lightning-caused blaze remains 0 percent contained.  (Idaho Department of Lands)