Blacktail Canyon (MTBDF)

Wildfire Status:

The Blacktail Canyon fire, located 4 miles southeast of Butte, MT, was reported on July 19th and has burned 80 acres of timber with heavy dead and down fuel. Currently, the fire is 95% contained, with 12 personnel on-site. Firefighting efforts have secured sections of the fire edges, and crews are focusing on "mop-up" operations to extinguish residual heat interior to the fire edge. The evacuation warning issued by the Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Department has been rescinded. Fire crews are prepared for initial attack of new fires due to recent lightning activity and smoke reports in the area.

Fire managers have identified and prioritized critical values at risk, focusing on protecting private structures in the Blacktail Canyon, Homestake Road, and Passmore Canyon areas. Local fire department engines have conducted structure assessments in these areas. Weather conditions, including gusty winds, will influence firefighting efforts and mop-up operations. Crews and helicopters remain available for immediate response to any new fire activity. Overall, the fire behavior has been minimal with little to no visible smoke, indicating a positive outlook for containment efforts.

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