The rice ridge fire near Seeley Lake has been hit with rain and snow in recent weeks and according to Fire Information Officer Glenda Scott, the recent drenching over the weekend has put out all of the worrisome hotspots.
While Missoula was able to enjoy a few days of blue sky, the Lolo Peak Fire continued its rapid spread, crossing a few major milestones in both acres burned and total cost to fight.
While the U.S. House gathered to pass a nearly $8 Billion relief package for areas impacted by Hurricane Harvey today, September 6, Montana Congressman Greg Gianforte reminded the body that Montana was suffering from a natural disaster too