Fire danger raised to moderate on Flathead Reservation

Wildland fire officials with the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire raised fire danger within the Flathead Indian Reservation to moderate on Tuesday.

According to a press release, debris burning with permits is still open. However, the Division of Fire urges all outdoor burners to avoid burning on windy days. Fire managers also urge everyone who is burning debris to have water on-scene prior to ignition, as well as a tool suitable for throwing dirt on an escaping fire.

“This week’s forecast calls for above-normal temperatures in the high 80s,” says fire management specialist C.T. Camel. “Vegetation is beginning to cure, so please do your part to ensure there is ‘one less spark’ as a result of your outdoor activities in the heat of the afternoon.”

The Division of Fire also offers the following tips:

• Make sure all trailer chains are secure and try to do farm/ranch activities in the morning before the heat of the day.

• Make sure your campfire is in an established fire ring and not a rock ring.

• Make sure your campfire is out when you leave the area. Use plenty of water and tools to stir up the coals. Don’t leave until the area is cool to the touch.

Fore more information, call the Division of Fire at 406-676-2550 or email [email protected].