Montana Firefighters Get An Assist From New York Fire Department
It's been a bad summer for wildfires in Montana, and firefighters need all the help they can get.
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LOOK: Dramatic Photos Show Fire Near Wyoming Border
Crews have gained significant ground on two wildfires that threatened communities near the Wyoming-Montana border.
Two Buildings Lost In Bighorn National Forest Fire
Firefighters were unable to save two Forest Service buildings in a fire burning in the Bighorn National Forest on Tuesday.
Lost Sheep Dog Found During Wyoming Wildfire
Wildfires burning in the Mountain West often don't carry with them good news as people lose their homes, livelihoods or even their lives.
Hotshots Sent To Battle Fire Burning In Bighorns
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are currently in place for Sheridan County, where the fire is burning.
Wildfire South of Red Lodge 69% Contained at Nearly 30K Acres
The 'Robertson Draw' fire that started Sunday, June 13th is located approximately 7 miles south of Red Lodge. As of Wednesday, July 7th the fire is 65-69% contained at nearly 30,000 acres.
Elder Abuse and Wildfire Insurance in Montana
State officials noted that in 2020 a record 4,500 Montanans were victims of elder abuse, an increase of nearly 30% since 2018.
UPDATE: Robertson Draw Fire Growth Slows; Some Evacuations Lifted
Here are some facts about the Robertson Draw Fire south of Red Lodge as of Friday, June 18.
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.
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.