Remember Fire Safety this Fourth of July

As you plan your Fourth of July festivities, please remember to be “Fire Smart”. Take care not to spark an unwanted wildfire.…even the smallest spark has the potential to cause significant damage.

While the grass and vegetation in western Montana looks green and lush the threat of wildfire is still a possibility.

Matt Hall, Southwestern Land Office Fire Management Officer for the MT Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation said, “While the recent moisture has assisted in keeping the wildfire risk at moderate, grasses are getting dryer, taking precautions when working outdoors and recreating...