RV Park evacuated as large structure fire shuts down Thornton Exit

THORNTON, Idaho (KIFI) — The Madison County Fire Department is urgently evacuating the Wind Willow RV Park as crews battle a large, spreading structure fire at the old Thornton Merc near along Yellowstone Hwy. and the exit 328 (Thornton) off-ramp.

Over 15 Madison County Sheriff's deputies are on scene assisting firefighters. Residents near the area are being directed to follow evacuation instructions from law enforcement and fire personnel on scene.

Drivers should avoid the area and, if possible, use alternate routes to allow first responders to work safely.

Temporary Shelter Established

A temporary shelter and resources have been established for any residents displaced by the evacuation. The shelter location is at the LDS Stake Center at 2041 W 5200 S, Rexburg.

According to an alert from the Madison Fire Department, Madison CERT members and chaplains will be on scene to assist with resources.

This is a developing news story. Local News 8 has a crew on the scene and will provide more updates as we learn additional information.