‘One spark can quickly become a wildfire’: Officials say Idaho could face significant fire season

By: Clark Corbin

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: June 1, 2026

Words: 1,659

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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As they brace for the potential for significant wildfires this year, some state leaders are asking Idahoans to remember one spark is all it takes to start a wildfire.

In interviews last week, Idaho Gov. Brad Little and Idaho Department of Lands Director Dustin Miller said state crews are hired and ready to mount an aggressive initial attack against wildfires and push for full suppression of those fires by fighting them until they are …

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