Crews battle Upper Smith Fire
Looking west across the Kootenai River at the Upper Smith Fire on Wednesday, July 8.
Photo courtesy USDA FOREST SERVICE
BONNERS FERRY — Crews continue to battle a lightning-sparked fire located six miles west of Porthill.
The fire has burned about 449 acres since it was sparked by a lightning strike in the overnight hours between July 7 and 8. As of Monday evening, there was 0% containment.