Truck Fire Reported on Lewiston Hill Late Wednesday Afternoon

Firefighters responded to the blaze on U.S. Highway 95 near mile marker 319.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Fire crews from the Nez Perce County Fire Department and Genesee Fire Department responded to a truck fire on U.S. Highway 95 near Lewiston Hill on Wednesday afternoon. The truck was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived at the scene.

Why it matters

Vehicle fires on highways can pose a serious risk to public safety and disrupt traffic flow, so a quick response from emergency services is crucial to contain the situation and prevent further damage or injuries.

The details

According to the Nez Perce County Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched at approximately 4:40 p.m. on February 11 to a reported car fire in the northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 95 near mile marker 319. Upon arrival, crews found a truck fully engulfed in flames in a turnout area. The department responded with one chief officer, five firefighters, and three rigs. Genesee Fire Department assisted at the scene with one engine and three personnel.

  • Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 4:40 p.m. on February 11, 2026.

The players

Nez Perce County Fire Department

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

Genesee Fire Department

The neighboring fire department that assisted the Nez Perce County Fire Department at the scene of the truck fire.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of quick emergency response and coordination between local fire departments to address vehicle fires on highways, which can pose significant risks to public safety and disrupt traffic flow.