Fire and Flows
The Wapiti Fire scorched over 125,000 acres in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains, leaving a legacy of destruction that extended far beyond the flames. This documentary series unpacks the fire’s aftermath, focusing on how massive debris flows have reshaped the landscape and threatened the livelihoods of Grandjean and Stanley residents. The Grandjean Lodge manager, Jesse Buhler, describes his experience with the fire and grapples with the disaster’s impact on their business and community. It’s a story of resilience, collaboration and hope in the face of environmental upheaval.
The first episode discusses the effects wildfires and debris flows can have on landscapes and communities, paving the way to rebuild and protect the future.
