Bitterroot National Forest

Montana is #39 in forest coverage % among all 50 states

Spokesperson Kristine Akland explained the reasons for the intended lawsuit to stop the timber sale.

KGVO News spoke with Steve Brown about the emergency actions just approved this week.

ICYMI: Angelina Jolie's set-in-Montana smokejumper movie came out earlier this spring. It's streaming now on HBO Max.

Almost all nearby areas are at Extreme Fire Danger.

A quick move to higher danger levels in just a few days.

A 20-acre fire is burning in the south end of the valley.

Even with the storm, the hot, dry conditions continue.

Most campgrounds are free for camping. Como has a daily vehicle fee.

The spring burning will start within the next week.