Welcome to the Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire Center Prevention Web page

Fire Safety and Information:

Fire Restrictions

Agriculture Burning

Debris Burning

Burn Barrels

Burn Permit Contacts

Fireworks Safety

Campfire Safety

Equipment Safety

Arson Tips

Smoking Safety

Agency Links:

Gateway Interagency Fire Front

Idaho Falls District BLM

Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Idaho Department of Lands

Related Links :

Fire Wise Web Site

Keep Idaho Green

Smokey Bear Web Site

Think before YOU strike! Ask yourself these vital questions:

Do I need a burning permit and can I comply with the conditions of that permit?

• Permits may be required year-round in your area.

• Check with your local fire protection agency before you burn.

What are the forecasted weather conditions?

If weather conditions exceed those recommended below, consider waiting for better burn conditions:

• Winds 8 mph or less
• Temperature less than 85°
• No predicted thunderstorm activity

Do I have hand tools, shovels and a supply of water or fire extinguisher on hand?
Will I be in compliance with local air quality regulations?
Am I prepared to stay with the fire until it is out?

DEBRIS BURNING:

	Build debris piles in openings away from structures, trees, overhead branches and power lines. Check the weather; don't burn on dry, windy days. Clear litter and grass a minimum of 5 to 6 feet away from piles. Keep piles small - approximately 4 to 5 feet in diameter and height. High, narrow piles burn better than low, wide ones. Covered piles can be burned during periods of wet weather when escape is not a concern. If covered with plastic, remove it before burning the pile. Keep piles free of dirt. Wet or dirt-covered materials burn poorly causing the fire to smolder and emit more smoke. Check local laws on burning. Some communities allow burning only during specified hours. Others forbid it entirely.

What you should know about fire...

Anyone starting a fire is responsible for that fire until it is out! If you fire gets away, you can be held liable for any property damages and for fire suppression costs.

Call your local fire department before you strike the match to get all the facts and information you need to conduct your burn safely.

Failure to get a burning permit beforehand may result in an unnecessary response from your local fire department. This costs time and money that could be spent controlling actual wildfires.

Remember, it only takes one to prevent a wildfire!