The Bitterroot National Forest will be going under stage one fire restrictions this weekend, meaning that campfires will only be allowed in designated Forest Service fire rings.
The National Weather Service in Missoula has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidities across the East Lolo, Bitterroot, Deerlodge, West Beaverhead, and East Beaverhead forests. This warning is in effect from 12 noon until 9 p...