Diamond Watch Fire exceeds initial attack
A overhead view of what the Diamond Watch fire currently looks like.
(Photo courtesy PANHANDLE HELITACK)
PRIEST LAKE — Started by lightning and initially detected on the evening of July 14, the Diamond Watch Fire has now exceeded initial attack and smoke is likely visible from the Priest Lake area.
The fire is located 5 and a half miles due west of Nordman, Idaho, and has burned 3 and a half acres on the northeast side of Diamond Peak in Pend Oreille County, Washington, officials said.
Firefighters are currently working to assess access and safety zones for suppression actions.
There are no closures or evacuations associated with this fire at this time, but please be aware of fire traffic on Forest Service Road 1362 and FSR 308.
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