We Could See a Rapid Rise in Montana Fire DangerWe Could See a Rapid Rise in Montana Fire DangerAfter a wet June, there's little rain in the July forecast.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Canadian Fire Smoke Pushes Montana Air Quality, More ExpectedCanadian Fire Smoke Pushes Montana Air Quality, More ExpectedCanadian fire smoke is grazing the north half of the state.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Judge Says Fire Retardant Violates Law, But Won't Stop Its UseJudge Says Fire Retardant Violates Law, But Won't Stop Its UseJudge notes USFS is already seeking a permit, says stopping retardant brings "greater harm" from fires.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Hot, Dry Week Could Preview Our Entire Summer in MontanaHot, Dry Week Could Preview Our Entire Summer in MontanaClimatologists say sea surface temperatures are already climbing rapidlyDennis BraggDennis Bragg
See Smoke in Missoula? It's Likely From a Prescribed BurnSee Smoke in Missoula? It's Likely From a Prescribed BurnFires will be lit depending on weather conditions and smoke impactsDennis BraggDennis Bragg
More elk and old growth: Forest Service adjusts plan for Montana’s BitterrootMore elk and old growth: Forest Service adjusts plan for Montana’s BitterrootThe plan amendments could more protect more old growth trees Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Daines Praises Firefighters for Heroism, Continues to Work on Pay RaiseDaines Praises Firefighters for Heroism, Continues to Work on Pay RaiseSenator Daines believes firefighters need a pay raise.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Big Plan Aims to Keep Bitterroot Valley from BurningBig Plan Aims to Keep Bitterroot Valley from BurningPlan aims to keep the forest healthy and cut fire risk along east side of Bitterroot.Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Prescribed Burns Could Put Smoke into Western Montana SkiesPrescribed Burns Could Put Smoke into Western Montana SkiesThe fires are being set now to help with forest management and wildfire prevention Dennis BraggDennis Bragg
Rain Not Enough to Completely Erase Montana Fire SeasonRain Not Enough to Completely Erase Montana Fire SeasonMissoula set a new record for rain last Thursday, breaking a mark dating back to 1898. But the fire danger remains. Dennis BraggDennis Bragg