Lolo Forest rescinds Stage 2 fire rules
Charred trees after the Miller Peak Fire moved across the Lolo Forest south of Missoula last month. (Inciweb photo)
Recent storms have brought much-needed rainfall to the Lolo National Forest, prompting officials to rescind Stage 2 fire restrictions last week.
However, managers stress that the fire danger level remains high because the threat of wildfire still exists, especially from recent lightning strikes increasing the potential for new ignitions.
“Restrictions are designed to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. While the threat still remains, fuel conditions aren’t as conducive to fires spreading quickly right now,” said Carolyn Upton, Lolo National Forest Supervisor. “Everyone is encouraged to remain vigilant and take precautions to prevent wildfires. Conditions can change quickly, as we saw this past month when hot, dry weather created extreme fire danger levels.”
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