Agencies impose Stage 1 fire restrictions

The Elk Complex Fire in August 2013, shown here, combined with the Pony Complex Fire, scorched more than 265,000 acres before they were contained.

With the threat of wildfire danger increasing throughout southwest Idaho, including parts of Elmore County, local wildland fire management agencies implemented Stage 1 fire restrictions starting at midnight Friday.

The restrictions are intended to decrease the chance of any preventable fires in the designated areas and will remain in effect until further notice.

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