Fire Danger Moderate in Missoula County

MISSOULA – Wildland fire officials with the Missoula County Fire Protection Association (MCFPA) have reported widespread rain and cooler temperatures within their jurisdictions. Longer, cooler nights will prolong the rain’s effect on the fuels that are the primary carrier of fire on the landscape. These conditions will move Missoula County fire danger rating from VERY HIGH to MODERATE effective Sept. 7.

While the General Outdoor Burning season for yard debris cleanup is closed until March 2017, Prescribed Wildland Burning and Essential Agriculture Burning are now OPEN with a valid permit.

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