Montana Firefighters Sent to Australia to Fight Wildfires
The US has sent about 100 firefighters to Australia so far.
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Fire Danger Remains High as Hot Summer Weather Continues
Fire officials are still concerned about the danger of wildfire in western Montana, despite the calendar advancing into September.
Two New Small Fires Reported in Bitterroot National Forest
Firefighters are working to suppress two small wildfires spotted in the Bitterroot National Forest that were discovered on Saturday.
Find Out How to Get Wildfire Smoke Out of Your Breathing Space
Summer is finally here and the Missoula City-County Health Department is already warning folks about wildfire smoke.
Missoula Forest Scientist Talks Fires and Climate Change
On Wednesday’s Talk Back show, Dr. Peter Kolb with the MSU College of Forestry and Conservation, housed at the University of Montana, provided an overview of western Montana’s forest health.
Northern Rockies Support Cache boasts a $14 Million Inventory
When a fire breaks out in the mountain west, the Northern Rockies Interagency Support Cache right here in Missoula can supply everything firefighters need almost at a moment's notice.
Video: Zinke Talks Fires at White House Cabinet Meeting
President Trump talked about the need to "gently" and "beautifully" remove the dead and dying trees that are fueling larger fires in our nation's forests. During the cabinet meeting, he called on Zinke to give a recap of his visit to the frontlines to the nation's most …
Montana Morning State News Headlines for Tuesday, August 7
A number of new small wildfires have been reported by the Northern Rockies Coordination Center's watch list for Montana, including the Ten Mile Fire.
As Wildfire Season Approaches Sign Up for Smart 9-1-1
When minutes and even seconds matter in a fast moving wildfire situation, information is vital for firefighters to be able to effectively communicate with residents in the path of the fire.
Fire Danger Increased to ‘Very High’ in Missoula County
A combination of hot temperatures and a lack of moisture in the past two weeks caused the Missoula County Fire Protection Association to raise the fire danger level from ‘High’ to ‘Very High’ on Monday.