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08/14/2026

UPDATE, Friday, August 14 — The Heise road east of the Heise Bridge is OPEN this morning. Although the slopes have stabilized, additional rain and debris flow are possible. Please use extreme caution and report instances of mud flow to Jefferson County dispatch at 208-745-9210. The gravel road to the west of the bridge (Cress Creek access) remains closed.

⚠️ HEISE ROAD CLOSURE & SAFETY UPDATE⚠️

Heise Road is closed at the Snake River Bridge on 5050 E due to heavy rainfall and dangerous conditions in the area.

The Big Rock Fire left a burn scar on the hillside, increasing the risk of additional mudslides, falling debris, and flooding.

Residents in the affected area are strongly encouraged to stay inside their homes, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay off the ridge above the Heise area.

Stay alert for emergency notifications and follow all instructions from emergency officials. If you receive a Ready, Set, Go notification, follow the instructions immediately.

Please do not enter the closed area unless you live there, and use extreme caution if you must travel in or out. Conditions can change quickly.

More rain is expected, and worsening conditions are possible. Please take this warning seriously and follow instructions from emergency officials.

08/13/2026

Heise Road at the Snake River Bridge on 5050 E has been closed due to heavy rainfall in the area causing mudslides. The Big Rock Fire has created a fire scar, meaning there is no vegetation to keep rocks and soil on the hillside. Residents in the area are encouraged to stay inside of their homes, avoid the area and stay off of the ridge above the Heise area. More rain is in the forecast and we are expecting worsening conditions.

08/08/2026

****Update on Missing Person Robert Quinn****

At approximately 4 p.m. on August 7th, responders searching the area of The Big Rock Fire, located a deceased person. The body has been identified as Robert Quinn. Mr. Quinn’s next of kin has been notified.

Sheriff Steve Anderson would like to express his sincere gratitude to the Jefferson County deputies, Jefferson Tech Rescue, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, Bonneville County Search and Rescue and Bingham County Search and Rescue who assisted with the search.

Our thoughts are with Mr. Quinn’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Our office would like to send our sincere gratitude to all of the agencies involved in the Big Rock Fire and the search ...
08/06/2026

Our office would like to send our sincere gratitude to all of the agencies involved in the Big Rock Fire and the search for Robert Quinn. A special thanks to Bonneville County Sheriff's Office and Bonneville Search and Rescue for their efforts. We also so appreciate the donations from businesses and the community to keep responders fed and hydrated.

To the responders that have worked tirelessly on this fire, no thanks will ever be enough. You are appreciated more than you know.

08/02/2026

As our community comes together to support first responders and those affected by the Big Rock Fire, please remain vigilant. Unfortunately, scammers sometimes take advantage of emergency situations.

Before donating, please take a moment to verify where your contribution is going. Do not send money, gift cards, or supplies unless you can confirm that the request is legitimate.

Official needs and requests for assistance will be shared through official channels.

Thank you for looking out for one another!

Central Fire District

Road closures are continuing, due to The Big Rock Fire. Please continue to avoid the area. An evacuation shelter has bee...
08/01/2026

Road closures are continuing, due to The Big Rock Fire. Please continue to avoid the area. An evacuation shelter has been set up for those in need.

Ririe LDS Stake Center
14061 N 130 E
Ririe, ID

Thank you to the many first responders assisting with this fire.

08/01/2026

There is currently a large fire in the Heise area of Jefferson County. Crews are working the fire and have started evacuations of residences and campers, up to the ski resort.

All roads going to Heise and Kelly Canyon are closed and will remain closed until it is safe to reopen them. Central Fire District has requested air assistance. Madison Fire and Bonneville Fire have also been called in to assist.

Sheriff Anderson requests the public avoid the area and follow any evacuation orders given. Also, please keep drones away from the area.

07/28/2026

Progress is happening! 🚦

To keep the project moving while minimizing disruptions, the intersection will be closed Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday so crews can install all four traffic signal poles overnight.

This work is a major step toward having the new signal operational before the start of the school year.

Thanks for your patience as we work to improve safety for everyone who uses this intersection.

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