UPDATE: August 2, 2025 at 5:09 p.m.
The Lightning Creek Fire is currently burning between 600 and 700 acres, and remains at zero percent containment, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Officials warned residents in Clark Fork to expect heavy fire personnel traffic in the area, especially on South River Road.
The fire is growing rapidly through the Cougar Fire burn scar, as a result of abundant dead vegetation fuel covering the ground in the area.
The closure of Lighting Creek Road (FSR 419) from Trestle Creek Road (FSR 275) to Regal Creek remains in place, and there is a temporary flight restriction in the area as well.
No evacuation orders have been issued by officials for the Lightning Creek Fire.
SANDPOINT, Idaho – A wildfire, known as the Lightning Creek Fire, is currently burning around 250 acres, the U.S. Forest Service reported.
The fire, which ignited on July 30 about 8 miles northeast of Hope, has been difficult to contain due to challenging terrain and storm weather. These conditions have hindered ground crew access and grounded air support at times, preventing firefighters from establishing a complete fire line around the blaze.
To aid in containment efforts, additional resources have been ordered, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Lighting Creek Road (FSR 419) has been closed from Trestle Creek Road (FSR 275) to Regal Creek. Officials stated there may be additional closures in the area.
Article originally published August 2, 2025 at 6:38 p.m.
