Pickup Truck Catches Fire on Lewiston Hill

Firefighters from Nez Perce County and Genesee respond to blaze

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Firefighters from the Nez Perce County Fire Department and Genesee Fire responded to a report of a pickup truck on fire on the Lewiston Hill yesterday afternoon around 4:40 PM. When they arrived, they found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames.

Why it matters

The Lewiston Hill is a major transportation route connecting Lewiston, Idaho to the surrounding region. A vehicle fire on the hill could have caused significant traffic disruptions and safety concerns for other drivers.

The details

Firefighters from the Nez Perce County Fire Department and Genesee Fire were called to a turnout near the top of the Lewiston Hill after receiving a report of a pickup truck on fire. When they arrived, they found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames.

  • The incident occurred around 4:40 PM on February 11, 2026.

The players

Nez Perce County Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the vehicle fire on the Lewiston Hill.

Genesee Fire

The neighboring fire department that also responded to the vehicle fire with a fire engine.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and emergency response on major transportation routes, where vehicle fires can pose a significant risk to public safety and disrupt critical infrastructure.