"The fire’s rapid expansion to nearly 1,000 acres in just over a month, combined with persistent moderate to minimal behavior and continued resource deployment, highlights its potential to threaten nearby communities and ecosystems. The lack of containment underscores the need for continued monitoring and potential escalation of firefighting efforts."
The Three Links wildfire, located 20 miles east of Lowell, Idaho, was first discovered on July 24, 2026, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. The fire has grown steadily from 280 acres on August 6 to 927 acres by September 8, with no containment reported throughout the timeline. Its behavior has remained moderate to minimal, with occasional backing and flanking, and the incident has been characterized by single tree torching and smoldering activity. Personnel involvement increased to one firefighter by August 21, and the estimated cost has risen to $5,000 per report since that date. Despite the growth, the fire has not yet achieved any containment, indicating ongoing active spread.
Official source description: 20 Miles E from Lowell, ID
Minimal; Smoldering; Single Tree Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Kamiah - Nez Perce Reservation. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Remain aware of local fire advisories and avoid outdoor activities in the vicinity of the fire. If you are in the affected area, follow any evacuation orders and stay informed through official channels.
IRWIN ID: {A4A8958D-1A03-43BF-9C5B-ACDA39A2CD96}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $5,000
Coordinates: 46.1498, -115.1177
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The Three Links Fire has burned 927 acres as of September 8, 2026.
The Three Links Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Three Links Fire is burning in Idaho, ID.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Three Links Fire remains active.
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