Montana Forestry Specialist Talks Wildfires and Human Management
This picture series is posted to demonstrate the complex interaction between natural processes such as wildfire, and human management. Continue reading…
View ArticleOne Million Dollars Bond for Ronan Arson Suspect
A Ronan man is in the Lake County Detention Center on $1 million bond after an intensive investigation into three arson-caused fires led to his arrest. Continue reading…
View ArticleUPDATE: Saturday Fires near the Wye May Have Been Caused by Train
Multiple small fires have broken out near the Wye between Missoula and Frenchtown. Continue reading…
View ArticleHuman Caused Black Mountain Fire Grows to Nearly 20 Acres
The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation continues to battle the Black Mountain Fire burning near the Sherman Gulch area. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula Fire Danger Now Very High With 100 Degree Temperatures
The Missoula County Fire Protection Association has once again increased the fire danger starting on Friday to Very High. Continue reading…
View ArticlePhotos, Latest News from Elmo Fire Near Flathead Lake
The latest reports I'm seeing as of Sunday night are that the Elmo 2 Fire burning near Flathead Lake continues to grow. This as a Type II team has now been brought in to assist. Here's photos, video,...
View ArticleFire Near Lolo – New High Temperature Records Set in Missoula
Just after 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Missoula Rural Fire was dispatched to a possible structure fire near Neil Drive in Lolo. Continue reading…
View ArticleLatest on the Elmo Fire Near Flathead Lake in Montana
The Elmo Fire, burning near the west shore of Flathead Lake is now estimated to be over 16,000 acres and about 10 percent contained. Continue reading…
View ArticleNorthwest Fire Crews Continue to Battle With the Moose Fire
The Moose Fire burning near Salmon Idaho in the Salmon-Challis National Forest has been burning since July 17 and has consumed nearly 60,000 acres, primarily in wilderness areas. Continue reading…
View ArticleOne Injured While Fighting the Weasel Fire Near Canadian Border
The Weasel Fire is burning in steep, heavily timbered terrain near the U.S. Canadian Border in the Rexford-Fortine Ranger District. Continue reading…
View ArticleElmo Fire Mushrooms to 20,000 Acres and Has Cost $6.2 Million
Our news team spoke to Fire Information Officer Kelli Roemer on Thursday for the latest update on the human-caused fire. Continue reading…
View ArticleElmo Fire Now 66 Percent Contained With $12 Million Spent So Far
The Elmo Fire burning near the west shore of Flathead Lake is now almost two-thirds contained. Continue reading…
View ArticleLightning Storms Cause Multiple Small Fires in Western Montana
The National Weather Service reports that over 200 lightning strikes in the western Montana area late Friday resulted in numerous small fires being battled over the weekend. Continue reading…
View ArticleNew Ground Fire Retardant Helps Prevent Fires in Montana
“With the ground applied units our employees will go around and put an application by the ground that can be a lot more accurate,” he said. Continue reading…
View ArticleGarceau Fire on Flathead Reservation Nearing Containment
The Garceau Fire that has been burning on the Flathead Reservation since August 16 is now in the mop-up stage. Continue reading…
View ArticleRain Not Enough to Completely Erase Montana Fire Season
Missoula set a new record for rain last Thursday, breaking a mark dating back to 1898. But the fire danger remains. Continue reading…
View ArticlePrescribed Burns Could Put Smoke into Western Montana Skies
The fires are being set now to help with forest management and wildfire prevention Continue reading…
View ArticleBig Plan Aims to Keep Bitterroot Valley from Burning
Plan aims to keep the forest healthy and cut fire risk along east side of Bitterroot. Continue reading…
View ArticleDaines Praises Firefighters for Heroism, Continues to Work on Pay Raise
Senator Daines believes firefighters need a pay raise. Continue reading…
View ArticleMore elk and old growth: Forest Service adjusts plan for Montana’s Bitterroot
The plan amendments could more protect more old growth trees Continue reading…
View ArticleSee Smoke in Missoula? It's Likely From a Prescribed Burn
Fires will be lit depending on weather conditions and smoke impacts Continue reading…
View ArticleHot, Dry Week Could Preview Our Entire Summer in Montana
Climatologists say sea surface temperatures are already climbing rapidly Continue reading…
View ArticleJudge Says Fire Retardant Violates Law, But Won't Stop Its Use
Judge notes USFS is already seeking a permit, says stopping retardant brings "greater harm" from fires. Continue reading…
View ArticleCanadian Fire Smoke Pushes Montana Air Quality, More Expected
Canadian fire smoke is grazing the north half of the state. Continue reading…
View ArticleWe Could See a Rapid Rise in Montana Fire Danger
After a wet June, there's little rain in the July forecast. Continue reading…
View ArticleWildfire Danger Level Raised to High in Missoula County
The Missoula County Fire Protection Association has officially raised the fire danger to ‘high’ for the Missoula area. Continue reading…
View ArticlePilot and CEO Tim Sheehy Working the Colt Fire Near Seeley Lake
Several wildfires have been reported in western Montana, one of them being the Colt Fire which is burning near Seeley Lake. Continue reading…
View ArticleOver 20,000 Acres Burn as High Winds Rake Northern Rockies
With more high winds, heat and low humidities forecast, firefighters might not get a break until week's end. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Local Authorities are Clamping Down to Stop Montana Fires
All campfires are banned under Stage 2 restrictions. Continue reading…
View ArticleData Shows Over 1,000 Wildfires in Montana (so far)
Montana's endured over 1,000 Wildfires so far this year Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Firefighters May Finally Get Better Pay For Their Hard Work
Despite the danger, firefighters probably make less than you do. Continue reading…
View ArticleHawaii ‘Fire Cat’ is Loving its New Montana Home
Somehow, Mahina survived 100 days on her own. Continue reading…
View ArticleWant an Exciting Job? Forest Service Wants Montana Firefighters
Exciting news for aspiring firefighters! Bitterroot National Forest is hiring entry-level firefighters with no prior experience required. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana’s Snowpack: Will More Arrive In Time For Summer?
Snowpack is improving in Montana, but more snow is needed Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana’s Fire Season May Not Be As Bad As We Feared
Despite initial fears of a severe fire season, recent weather improvements in the Northern Rockies may reduce wildfire risks this summer. Continue reading…
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