Idaho Transportation Department

08/22/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/22/2024 16:08

Wapiti Fire closes SH-21 near Stanley




8/22/2024

Courtney Wagner
ITD Communication
208.886.7800
[email protected]

Wapiti Fire closes SH-21 near Stanley

STANLEY - State Highway 21 is now indefinitely closed in both directions from Warm Springs Creek to Stanley due to the Wapiti Fire.

SH-21 between Boise and Lowman closed Tuesday, but due to fire growth the closure has been extended to Warm Springs. The highway is closed between milepost 92 and milepost 130.

There is no public access to Grandjean at this time,and traffic to and from Stanley will need to use State Highway 75 as an alternate route. There is no estimated reopening time, but travelers should continue to check Idaho 511for updates.

Here are some additionalsafety tips for traveling in areas with wildfires:

  • Power outages are common near wildfires. Treat non-working traffic signals as four-way stops.

  • Bring additionalfood and water in case your trip is delayed.

  • Driving in smoke is similar todriving in heavy fog. Slow down, maintaina steady pace, and stay alert.

  • Turn on headlights when driving in smoky areas.

  • The safest place to wait for a highway to reopen is at home. Avoid traveling to closure points to wait, as closures could last for days.

Fire information can be found on the National Interagency Fire Center's website.

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