On Aug. 25, 2008 a fire ignited on Idaho Power’s property in an east Boise subdivision consuming 10 homes and damaging nine others. Boise Fire Chief Dennis Doan said in an official statement the fire was “determined to be an accident caused by high winds.”

Idaho Power along with city and county agencies worked collaboratively assisting residents impacted by the fire and implementing remedial measures in the area.

New Oregon Trail Fire Monument Dedicated, Aug. 21, 2009

This article was published in Update, a weekly newsletter for reporters and editors.

Neighborhood News, August 2009 (PDF)

This final newsletter provides information on revegetation activities, fire prevention strategies and FAQs.

Neighborhood News, December 2008 (PDF)

This December newsletter provides updates on activities and answers resident questions.

Neighborhood News, October 2008 (PDF)

This newsletter outlines the Ada County, City of Boise and Idaho Power revegetation plan.

Idaho Power President and Chief Executive Officer's Statement

President and Chief Executive Officer LaMont Keen’s Aug. 28 press conference statement.