Data Shows 1,300 Montana Wildfires, River Road East Spreads FastData Shows 1,300 Montana Wildfires, River Road East Spreads FastMontana's seen over 100 thousand acres burned.Ace SauerweinAce Sauerwein
How Local Authorities are Clamping Down to Stop Montana FiresHow Local Authorities are Clamping Down to Stop Montana FiresAll campfires are banned under Stage 2 restrictions.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Over 20,000 Acres Burn as High Winds Rake Northern RockiesOver 20,000 Acres Burn as High Winds Rake Northern RockiesWith more high winds, heat and low humidities forecast, firefighters might not get a break until week's end.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Pilot and CEO Tim Sheehy Working the Colt Fire Near Seeley LakePilot and CEO Tim Sheehy Working the Colt Fire Near Seeley LakeSeveral wildfires have been reported in western Montana, one of them being the Colt Fire which is burning near Seeley Lake.Peter ChristianPeter Christian
Wildfire Danger Level Raised to High in Missoula CountyWildfire Danger Level Raised to High in Missoula CountyThe Missoula County Fire Protection Association has officially raised the fire danger to ‘high’ for the Missoula area.Peter ChristianPeter Christian
We Could See a Rapid Rise in Montana Fire DangerWe Could See a Rapid Rise in Montana Fire DangerAfter a wet June, there's little rain in the July forecast.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Canadian Fire Smoke Pushes Montana Air Quality, More ExpectedCanadian Fire Smoke Pushes Montana Air Quality, More ExpectedCanadian fire smoke is grazing the north half of the state.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Judge Says Fire Retardant Violates Law, But Won't Stop Its UseJudge Says Fire Retardant Violates Law, But Won't Stop Its UseJudge notes USFS is already seeking a permit, says stopping retardant brings "greater harm" from fires.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Hot, Dry Week Could Preview Our Entire Summer in MontanaHot, Dry Week Could Preview Our Entire Summer in MontanaClimatologists say sea surface temperatures are already climbing rapidlyDennis BraggDennis Bragg
See Smoke in Missoula? It's Likely From a Prescribed BurnSee Smoke in Missoula? It's Likely From a Prescribed BurnFires will be lit depending on weather conditions and smoke impactsDennis BraggDennis Bragg
More elk and old growth: Forest Service adjusts plan for Montana’s BitterrootMore elk and old growth: Forest Service adjusts plan for Montana’s BitterrootThe plan amendments could more protect more old growth trees Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Daines Praises Firefighters for Heroism, Continues to Work on Pay RaiseDaines Praises Firefighters for Heroism, Continues to Work on Pay RaiseSenator Daines believes firefighters need a pay raise.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg