Prospect Fire

New fire starting and growing now.
It's located 1 mile north of Morgan Ranch/Middle Fork area.
Expect trail area closures.
If you're headed into that area of the "Frank" might want to check with the Salmon/Challis Forest or Boise national forest for closures.

September 27
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The Prospect Fire, on the Middle Fork Ranger District, was reported on September 25th at approximately 4:00 pm. The fire is burning in timber, in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness in steep, inaccessible terrain. The fire was estimated at 2,000 acres, exact acres will be reported when available. The fire is actively burning in the Prospect Creek and Morehead Creek drainages. There was a wind shift yesterday afternoon, which resulted in the fire progressing to the east, crossing to the east side of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. There are eight (8) firefighters and two helicopters assigned to the fire, with additional aircraft ordered and arriving this afternoon, including an air attack. Additional overhead staff and crews have been ordered for the fire. Fire resources are working to inform forest visitors in the area of the fire. The cause of the fire is undetermined.