New 150 Acre Montana Wildfire in Gates of the Mountains Wilderness
This new fire was reported on Saturday, July 16th, 2022 and has been named the Moors Mountain Fire.
Lightning
Sunday’s Lightning Hit Montana, Idaho
A satellite map detects lightning, and indicates locations where fires might start.
Five Lightning-Caused Forest Fires in Bitterroot
A 20-acre fire is burning in the south end of the valley.
Lightning Storm Begins July in Bitterroot Valley
Even with the storm, the hot, dry conditions continue.
Bitterroot National Forest – ‘Very High’ Fire Danger
Wednesday morning lightning causes 5 fires.
Severe Thunderstorms, Wind and Hail Possible on Saturday
According to the Missoula National Weather Service Office, there is the potential for severe thunderstorms in western Montana on Saturday afternoon into the evening hours.
Lightning Dominates Bitterroot Weather Forecast
The rumbles echoing through the canyons are coming.
Bitterroot Forest Responding Quickly to Lightning Fires
Small fires are being spotted and put out.
Hot Weather with Thunderstorms Next Week with highs near 100
The National Weather Service is warning that extremely hot weather with temperatures in the mid to upper 90’s is expected next week, along with a chance of accompanying thunderstorms.
Lightning Starts Fires in Bitterroot National Forest
Forest fires are still small so far this year.
Lightning Causes At Least 5 Fires in Bitterroot Forest
Are fires are small, according to reports.
Weather Service says Holiday Weekend Ends Cool and Stormy
With the exception of the 4th of July itself, the holiday weekend was dominated with cooler weather and thunderstorm activity throughout western Montana.