Priest River, Idaho fire: Jackson Avenue residents told to evacuate after multiple 'booms' heard

A structure fire accompanied by multiple loud "booms" was reported in Priest River, Idaho, prompting evacuation orders in the Jackson Avenue area.

Updated on: Jul 1, 2025, 10:13:15 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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A structure fire accompanied by multiple loud "booms" was reported Monday in Priest River, Idaho, prompting evacuation orders in the Jackson Avenue area, according to the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

A structure fire was reported in Priest River, Idaho. (Representational image/ REUTERS)

An alert issued by the sheriff’s office urged residents near the fire to leave their homes and advised others to stay away from the area.

“Bonner County Sheriff is requesting Priest River residents in the area of Jackson Ave. near the structure fire to evacuate their homes and for everyone else to stay out of the area to allow the first responders to fight the fire. Please only call 911 if you are having an emergency. Thank you for your understanding,” the alert said.

Videos from the scene show firefighters working to contain the blaze.

So far, officials have not released details about the fire’s cause, and it remains unclear if any injuries have been reported.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated with more information

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Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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