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GARDENA, Idaho (AP) — A wildfire in southwestern Idaho about 35 miles (56 kilometers) north of Boise is causing problems for motorists on a heavily-traveled north-south route and knocked out power to nearly 3,000 customers.
Officials say the fire along Idaho Highway 55 near Gardena on Thursday grew to 3 square miles (8 square kilometers). Idaho Power crews are working to repair damaged power poles to restore electricity.
Drivers are asked to take alternate routes. Motorists who take Highway 55 can expect delays as a pilot car leads traffic through the area using one lane and alternating directions.
The fire was reported Wednesday, and its cause is under investigation.
Multiple aircraft are fighting the fire along with 120 firefighters. A top-level incident team is scheduled to take over management of the fire on Friday.
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