Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Reports New Fire Near Whitehall

RATIO MOUNTAIN

Firefighters from the Forest, along with our interagency cooperators, responded to a new fire located 20 miles north/northwest of Whitehall, MT. The fire, estimated at approximately 2 acres, is burning in heavy dead and downed trees and in an area with a large amount of standing dead trees or "snags."

The fire is located between Ratio Mountain and Whitetail Reservoir. Firefighters are urging the public to stay clear of the area for safety reasons. Road and trails closures are likely in the near future.

Firefighters are currently assessing the situation on the ground. More information will be shared when available.

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