Scorp Fire Burns 4,000 Acres in Owyhee County, Evacuation Orders Issued
The Scorp Fire, which ignited northwest of Murphy, Idaho, has burned approximately 4,000 acres, according to the Idaho Department of Lands. The Owyhee County Sheriff's Office issued a Level 1 evacuation order late Saturday night due to the fire threatening homes in the Reynolds Proper and Murphy Proper areas. As of early Sunday morning, the fire is reported to be 10% contained, and officials have stated that there has been no further escalation toward the threatened areas. Fire crews are working aggressively to construct containment lines, and aerial drops are planned to assist in controlling the blaze. The situation remains dynamic, with updates being provided by local authorities.