September Starts With Dangerous Fire, and Smoke in Montana
Western Montana faces challenges with poor air quality and evacuations from regional fires in early September, impacting various counties.
Montana Wildfires
Firefighters Hope for Progress on Bitterroot’s Latest Fire
Sharrott Fire update: Evacuation orders remain, but favorable weather aids firefighters in battle against the wildfire.
Evacuation Orders as New Bitterroot Fire Blows up to 1600 Acres
Ravalli County Sheriff's Office issues evacuation orders as Sharrott Fire consumes 1600 acres west of Stevensville.
Historic Montana Lookout Tower Wrapped in Foil as Fire Approaches
Firefighters spent the morning wrapping the old McCart fire lookout station in the Bitterroot National Forest with what looks like tin foil (it's not). The Johnson Ridge fire appears to be approaching the structure from the south.
New Ways to Remember Montana’s Mann Gulch Tragedy
Learn how Mann Gulch pays tribute to fallen heroes through events and a newly restored trail.
The Pain Remains, 75-years After Montana’s Worst Fire Tragedy
The enduring impact of the Montana's worst fire loss.
Firefighters Using Cooler Weather With New Blaze Near Lincoln
Residents near Black Mountain Fire evacuate as blaze grows to 70 acres.
Miller Peak Fire: The Latest and What to Know
On Tuesday, the Lolo National Forest moved into Extreme Fire Danger.
Montana Air Quality Takes Another Hit From New Fires
Some Montana locations have seen "unhealthy" air qualities today
Your Guide to Missoula and Montana Wildfires, Summer 2024
For the latest on fires around Missoula and around the state, we've compiled articles on topics of interest including air quality, evacuations, and updates on specific fires.
Missoula County Lifts Butler Creek Fire Evacuation Orders
Firefighting operations continue in the vicinity.
Missoula County Busts Myth About Evacuations
Missoula County shared an important clarification about evacuation warnings.