Series of fires extinguished in the Bigfork area under investigation
TAYLOR INMAN | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 years, 11 months AGO
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REPORTER AND PODCAST HOST Taylor Inman covers Bigfork and the north shore of Flathead Lake for the Bigfork Eagle and the Daily Inter Lake. Her reporting focuses on local government, community issues and the people who shape life in Northwest Montana. Inman began her journalism career at Murray State University’s public radio newsroom and later reported for WKMS, where her work aired on National Public Radio. In addition to reporting, she hosts and contributes to Daily Inter Lake podcasts including News Now. Her work connects listeners and readers with the stories shaping communities across the Flathead Valley. IMPACT: Taylor’s work expands local journalism through both traditional reporting and digital storytelling. | August 2, 2022 3:15 PM
Authorities are investigating a series of fires started in the south valley and Bigfork areas in recent days and calling on the public for help.
Five fires — all extinguished — were started between July 31 and Aug. 1, officials said. The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office has labeled the fires as A, B, C, D and E.
Fires A, B, C and D were ignited about 3:50 p.m., July 31. Fire A occurred on Auction Road about three-quarters of a mile east of U.S. 93. Fire B started at the intersection of Wiley Dike Road and North Somers Road.
Fire C was located near Bigfork Stage Road, about three-quarters of a mile south of Swan Highway, and Fire D also began near Bigfork Stage Road, roughly one mile south of the site of Fire C. Fire E, ignited Aug. 1, was found on Elk Springs Lane near Ferndale, about a half mile south of Fire C.
The Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with security cameras near these areas or anyone who has seen suspicious activity to contact the agency’s detective division at (406) 758-5600.
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