Wildfires

What To Know About The Sawlog Fire After Recent Storms
What To Know About The Sawlog Fire After Recent Storms
What To Know About The Sawlog Fire After Recent Storms
After the latest storms that moved through Montana on Monday, the Sawlog Fire details have been updated. The rain and snow is not nearly as helpful to this fire as you might think. It's still listed as 1,500 acres on the official wildfire incident page, and the cause is listed as 'undetermined'.
Why Northeast Montana Faces Increased Wildfire Risks Now
Why Northeast Montana Faces Increased Wildfire Risks Now
Why Northeast Montana Faces Increased Wildfire Risks Now
Huge portions of northeast Montana are under Red Flag Warnings for fire danger. High temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds are a recipe for wildfires. These can be especially dangerous in Montana's rural areas with fewer resources to fight them.
Montana Heat Wave Alert: Protecting Yourself And Others
Montana Heat Wave Alert: Protecting Yourself And Others
Montana Heat Wave Alert: Protecting Yourself And Others
Dangerously hot temperatures are forecasted for portions of both western and eastern Montana through Friday. We've already weathered weeks of hot, dry days and with daytime highs reaching 105 - fire danger and health risks are big concerns.
Widespread Fire Warnings Issued In Montana, Wyoming, And South Dakota
Widespread Fire Warnings Issued In Montana, Wyoming, And South Dakota
Widespread Fire Warnings Issued In Montana, Wyoming, And South Dakota
Almost the entire state of Montana is under some sort of heat and fire advisory on Thursday. Excessive heat continues for dozens of counties, and Red Flag Warning persist for huge chunks of Montana. Windy conditions are expected with some thunderstorm activity, increasing the chance of existing fires to grow.
Montana's Wildfire Season Is Getting More Dangerous By The Day
Montana's Wildfire Season Is Getting More Dangerous By The Day
Montana's Wildfire Season Is Getting More Dangerous By The Day
It's not the worst we've ever seen, but a few more unlucky lightning strikes and Montana's wildfire season could explode. We're currently battling 77 active wildfires and they are for the most part in remote, hard to fight areas, with plenty of timber and fuel to burn.