All areas around the Gwen Fire in Nez Perce County have been changed to Level 1 (Ready)
We are still working to assess the damages sustained. If you have been the victim of the Gwen Fire and have lost a residence please call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Also please contact the Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office if we have not contacted you already.
If you return to find your home has been damaged by the fire here are some things to be aware of:
-Homes and outbuildings damaged by wildfire are dangerous locations.
-Electrical lines may be downed and energized.
-Internal electrical components may be damaged and hazardous.
-Propane or natural gas lines may be damaged and leaking.
-Structures may be unstable and collapse.
-Floors may be unsafe.
-There may be loose and dangerous debris on your property.
These are just a few of the many dangers you may face upon returning to a fire damaged residence or outbuilding.
It is recommended to have a professional inspect the area first.
Highway 12 is currently open. Please be cautious and drive slowly when travelling highway 12 between Arrow Bridge and Cherry Lane. With the steep terrain, the damage from the fire and the recent rainfall there have been objects falling onto the roadway causing flat tires and a short closure in the early morning hours of July 30th. There are crews monitoring the roads and clearing debris.
View this interactive map that displays current fire evacuation areas: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/233ba3e30ad94360ab682cab6232a8da/?fbclid=IwY2xjawETH1tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHW8CEva14iby-S5vNFIQnN19svKexNVIS8HFWXvACICZPEBjLLq_K5jqjA_aem_jBOyN4sqynfFjWyZHkSVdQ
Nez Perce County is only responsible for issuing evacuation notices for Nez Perce County. If you reside or have questions about property in Latah County, please visit their Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/LatahCountySO
For more information about the Gwen Fire, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/IdahoDepartmentofLands/