Rain helps Thorne Creek firefighters improve containment to 80%
A U.S. Forest Service firefighter works on to eliminate hot spots on the Thorne Creek Fire north of Thompson Falls. Recent rain fall has helped crews get the fire to 80% containment. (U.S. Forest Service photo)
Plenty of rain last week aided firefighters greatly in their efforts on the Thorne Creek Fire just north of Thompson Falls.
According to fire officials, between 1 and 3 inches of rain fell on the region and an infrared flight Sunday resulted in a significant increase in containment to 80 percent...
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