DEARY, ID – Firefighters made progress overnight on the Cherry Fire, which remains at 113 acres and has now reached 10% containment, according to the Idaho Department of Lands. The fire is located about one mile northeast of Deary and continues to burn in heavy logging slash within a state endowment timber sale and a portion of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.

No structures are currently threatened.

On Thursday, saw crews continued removing hazard trees along the fire’s edge while ground crews advanced mop-up operations, working from the perimeter inward to eliminate remaining heat and smoldering material. All firelines have been established and are being reinforced with hose lines and water support.

Despite this progress, fire officials are preparing for increased fire weather concerns through Saturday. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect due to dry conditions, high temperatures, and gusty winds.

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is also in place over the fire for a two-mile radius. Officials emphasize that unauthorized drone or aircraft activity could ground firefighting aircraft and hinder suppression efforts. Aerial coordination remains critical as aircraft continue to support suppression from above.

The Cherry Fire response is under the command of the Type 3 North Idaho Incident Management Team, led by Incident Commander Mike McManus. A total of 191 personnel are assigned to the incident.

Road closures remain in effect for Brush Creek Road to support safe access for firefighting crews and equipment. The fire’s cause is still under investigation.

Agencies supporting suppression efforts include the Idaho Department of Lands, U.S. Forest Service, Latah County Sheriff’s Office, Bennett Lumber, Clearwater Potlatch Timber Protective Association, Deary and Juliaetta Fire Departments, and the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation.

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