EPA Lifts the Fort Hall Reservation Air Quality Advisory

As of July 31, air quality on the Fort Hall Reservation has improved and in coordination with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lifted its air quality advisory for the reservation effective immediately.   

Restrictions on open burning due to fire danger by Reservation officials or any federal agencies remain in place. Before burning always check with your local fire department or appropriate tribal agency.      

To check conditions in your area, visit the EPA AirNow website.  For a list of current burn bans on tribal lands, call the EPA Federal Air Rules for Reservations Hotline at 1-800-424-4372, or visit  the FARR website.  For smoke and fire information in Idaho visit Idaho Smoke Information.