Fire danger moves to very high

Wildland fire officials with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire have raised the fire danger within the Flathead Indian Reservation to “Very High,” effective immediately. Residents and visitors are asked to use caution when outdoors.

“Very High” fire danger means that dry grasses and needles ignite easily, fires can spread rapidly and may be difficult to control. While there are no restrictions in place at this time, residents and visitors are urged to exercise caution when recreating outdoors.

Remember, fireworks are prohibited on all tribal, state and federal classified forestlands.

The public needs to be safe when outdoors. Do not drive or park in tall grass. Farmers should hay in the mornings or late evenings. Unattended campfires are likely to escape. Always attend your campfire and use established fire rings. Remember to completely drown your campfire with water, stir the coals and embers, then drown again and make sure the campfire is cool to the touch. If it is too hot to touch, it is too hot to leave.

Debris burning is illegal during fire season! July 1 – September 30.

Do your part to prevent a wildfire spark! One less spark is one less wildfire!

If you have questions or concerns regarding this notice, please contact Division of Fire at 676-2550 or contact C.T. Camel, Fire Prevention Specialist, at 406-676-2550 ext. 6407 or email: ct.camel@cskt.org