Flames Take Over Mt. Maurice, Evacs Near Red Lodge
Bottom line up front: "There are still no plans to evacuate the city of Red Lodge." -US Forest Service Public Information Officer Billy Chapman.
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Helo Down Near Townsend, Montana, All Crew Members Rescued
A Montana DNRC helicopter went down near Townsend, but all crew members are reportedly safe thanks to the quick actions of law enforcement and a DNRC employee.
As forests burn around the world, drinking water is at risk
Forests, grasslands and other natural areas that supply drinking water to millions of people are increasingly vulnerable to fire in a hotter, drier world.
Glacier National Park chalet reopens for business after fire
A chalet in Glacier National Park is ready to begin taking reservations for the first time since a wildfire gutted the structure.
RMEF Tops $1 Million in Elk Habitat Research throughout USA
In 2019, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has allocated over $1 million for elk related research throughout the country.
Suspect Sentenced After Starting Fire in Yellowstone
An investigation of the human-caused fire at the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park resulted in a suspect who was charged for discarding a lit cigarette in a hazardous manner.
Montana Horseshoe Fire May Have Burned Homes
The Horseshoe fire, burning near Clarkston north of Bozeman may have destroyed some homes.
Time-lapse of Howe Ridge Fire in Glacier National Park [WATCH]
The Howe Ride Fire in Glacier National Park has grown to over 2,600 acres.
Most of Montana Facing Above Average Fire Threat Through October
On Wednesday, August 1, the Northern Rockies Coordination Center Released its projected fire danger levels for the region.
Fire Scientist to Advise Commissioners on Reducing Wildfire Risk
After the historic fire season of 2017, Missoula County Commissioners have asked a distinguished fire scientist to speak at a public meeting on Thursday, February 8 to discuss ways to reduce the community’s risk of wildfire.