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Plane dumps a load of water on the 15-acre fire north of Bonners Ferry.
July 26, 2018
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July 26, 2018 12:16 p.m.
Wildfire in Boundary County
BONNERS FERRY — A wildfire gained ground on Wednesday, July 18, encompassing approximately 15 acres in an area east of Hwy 95 at approximately milepost 517 5. Multiple fire agencies responded, including Idaho Department of Lands, who brought a helicopter with a water bucket and a plane carrying fire retardant and water, both which have made multiple trips and are continuing at this time.