- Fires have spread across Spokane and into Idaho, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a dangerous situation warning for Spokane.
- The Tartar Fire impacted Weiser city limits and is racing toward Spokane city limits.
Wildfires Scorched 158,000 Acres Near Weiser; Rangeland Loss Impacts Idaho Ranchers
What happened
Cody Chandler fought the Tartar Fire near Weiser on October 7, 2026. The Tartar Fire scorched 158,000 acres near Weiser. Overall, 700,000 acres burned across Idaho during the wildfire season, including the Big Grass Fire in Owyhee County.
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Why it matters
The widespread fires have caused significant rangeland loss across Idaho. This destruction is expected to impact ranchers for several years, particularly as they struggle to find feed for their cattle.
The Tartar Fire impacted Weiser city limits and is racing toward Spokane city limits, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a dangerous situation warning for Spokane.
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Who's involved
- ChandlerRancher who fought the Tartar Fire near Weiser
- WeiserCity near which the Tartar Fire occurred
- RichardsOwyhee County rancher who organized assistance for landowners impacted by fires
- IdahoState experiencing widespread fire damage and rangeland destruction
- Owyhee CountyCounty where mega fires occurred and rangeland was destroyed
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- RichardsSpeculative
Brenda Richards could face increased costs for feed due to the loss of rangeland.
- IdahoSpeculative
Idaho might see reduced agricultural revenue due to state-wide resource destruction.
- Owyhee CountySpeculative
Owyhee County may experience decreased livestock supply due to rangeland loss.