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Lightning starts 1,000-acre fire near Jerome

Officials said the wildfire is about 85% contained and full containment is expected by sometime Sunday.
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BOISE, Idaho — A wildfire has burned over 1,000 acres of land near Jerome since Friday night.

The Bureau of Land Management in Twin Falls said the wildfire was started from a lightning strike.

As of Saturday evening, the Tea Kettle Fire has grown to 1,152 acres, according to the Bureau of Land Management.

Officials said the wildfire is about 85% contained and full containment is expected by sometime Sunday. However, firefighters will stay near the Tea Kettle Fire through Monday to ensure the fire stays contained and out.

This is a developing story and this article will be updated when further information is made available by officials.

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