Howe Ridge Fire Update
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Located in northwestern Montana, the Howe Ridge Fire started Saturday, August 11th. Weather conditions were very unfavorable.
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Hot and dry conditions prompted this fire to grow 2,600 acres in just four days and is still at zero percent containment.
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Due to fast growth, the fire prompted rapid evacuations. Unfortunately, multiple private residences have been destroyed as well as historic buildings along Lake McDonald.
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Shelly Lindblade