Idaho governor, Forest Service chief say significant wildfires are stretching resources thin

By: Clark Corbin

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: August 7, 2026

Words: 831

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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Idaho Gov. Brad Little and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz said Friday that firefighting resources are stretched thin as significant wildfires burn across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and much of the Western United States.

As a result, both officials called on the public to redouble its efforts to prevent wildfires as hot, dry weather continues to create conditions that add to the threat.

“We have to recognize the reality of the conditions: we have …

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