Sharrott Creek Fire (MTBRF)
3,204 acre wildfire
Stevensville, Montana, United States
Sharrott Creek Fire
144 acre wildfire (94% contained)
Hamilton, Montana, United States
Post Fire
124 acre wildfire (0% contained)
Clinton, Montana, United States
Green Mountain Fire & Garnet Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Sharrott Creek Fire, located three miles west of Stevensville, Montana, has been officially declared out as of August 23, 2024. The fire, which originated due to lightning, burned a total area of approximately 3,204 acres. The incident was managed by the Bitterroot National Forest Stevensville Ranger District, and the fire's containment signifies a successful response from fire agencies involved in the operation.
As the fire has been extinguished, there are currently no ongoing firefighting efforts or evacuations related to this incident. The area previously affected by the fire consisted of various fuel types, including timber, grass, and understory vegetation, which contributed to the fire's spread during its active phase. Fortunately, the weather conditions have likely played a favorable role in suppressing the fire, although specific details on current weather patterns were not provided.
Residents and visitors in the vicinity of Stevensville can feel a sense of relief now that the Sharrott Creek Fire has been contained. Fire agencies will continue to monitor the area to ensure that no flare-ups occur, maintaining vigilance in the wake of the recent wildfire.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-08-27 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-29 | 0% contained |
| 2024-09-03 | 3% contained |
| 2024-09-05 | 25% contained |
| 2024-09-07 | 32% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-26 | 1048 acres | 1.6 sq mi | 4.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-28 | 1130 acres | 1.8 sq mi | 4.5 sq km |
| 2024-08-29 | 1304 acres | 2.0 sq mi | 5.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-30 | 1367 acres | 2.1 sq mi | 5.5 sq km |
| 2024-08-31 | 1458 acres | 2.3 sq mi | 5.8 sq km |
| 2024-09-02 | 1775 acres | 2.8 sq mi | 7.1 sq km |
| 2024-09-03 | 2399 acres | 3.7 sq mi | 9.6 sq km |
| 2024-09-04 | 2873 acres | 4.5 sq mi | 11.5 sq km |
| 2024-09-05 | 2878 acres | 4.5 sq mi | 11.5 sq km |
| 2024-09-06 | 2903 acres | 4.5 sq mi | 11.6 sq km |
| 2024-09-07 | 3000 acres | 4.7 sq mi | 12.0 sq km |
| 2024-09-09 | 3018 acres | 4.7 sq mi | 12.1 sq km |
| 2024-09-10 | 3193 acres | 5.0 sq mi | 12.8 sq km |
| 2024-12-31 | 3204 acres | 5.0 sq mi | 12.8 sq km |