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The following sequence of photos, taken by Elaine Sandman (staff writer, Bonners Ferry Herald), tells a story, one which took place on Thursday, August 27, 2007. The place: Hooten Hollow Road, north of 3 Mile Junction on US Hwy 95. In addition to Mutual Aid support from neighboring Fire Districts, Sheriff Sprungl and deputies secured the scene while Idaho Dept. of Lands provided support from planes and helicopter to drop water and fire retardant.

When North Bench VFD arrived, hay on the truck was burning	PV John Sariano helps NB Todd Savage	NB Mark Augue and Todd Savage use foam after gas tank exploded
Spreading foam prevents gasoline from burning	DOL calls in help; plane drops fire retardant	Hooten Hollow protected, thanks to great teamwork!