ATHOL, Idaho — Containment continues to grow for an over 3,100-acre wildfire burning near Athol.
According to the Idaho Department of Lands, The Sunset Fire is 3,183 acres and 80% contained. Acreage was lowered due to more accurate infrared mapping of the fire.
On Saturday, crews will continue to remove hoses and sprinklers in areas where they are no longer needed.
Fire crews will also continue demobilizing from the fire. Helicopters will continue supporting ground crews as needed.
IDL says minimal fire behavior, including smoldering and creeping, will continue in the areas inside the fire perimeter where heat is still located.
All evacuations have been lifted for this fire.
Burn restrictions are still in place and checkpoints will still be monitored by law enforcement to restrict non-residents from entering the previous evacuation areas.
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