BLM responds to the Leeds fire in southeast Boise

BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management is responding to a new wildfire in southeast Boise.

According to the BLM, the Leeds fire is currently approximately 15 acres in size.

Engines from the Boise Fire Department, Boise District BLM and US Forest Service are on scene, as well as an Eagle Fire Department bulldozer.

The Bureau of Land Management says despite the colder weather this month, fuels are still dry due to low moisture.