The new baseball fields at Ray Lynch Park are taking shape. This week the two new fields have been hydro seeded and they are asking people to avoid walking on the freshly planted grass.

Dillon Volunteer Fire Department responded to 11 calls during the month of August 2021. 08-01 E Fork Blacktail MVA 08-02 I-15 @ Birch Ck Rd MVA 08-05 Adams Ln Structure fire 08-06 Ramshorn St CO call 08-11 Kentucky Ave Gas leak 08-12 S Idaho St CO call 08-14 Southwind Ln Tractor / Baler fire 08-16 I-15 MM 64 MVA CANCELLED 08-21 N Montana St Smoke alarm 08-29 Swenson Way Smoke (false alarm) 08-30 Hwy 278 MM 12-1/2 MVA (car vs elk) The month of August we trained on various types of nozzles as well as pumping structure engines. We were also fortunate enough to train with Billings Air Ambulance on their new helicopter & its tools & capabilities. Many members have also helped out on the Alder Creek fire in Wise River staffing one of our Water Tenders in the fire suppression efforts on that incident.

CITY HALL COMMITTEE MEETING City Council Chambers September 16, 2021 4:00 PM ~ AGENDA ~ 1. Call to Order 2. Discuss/Recommend Resolution for Transparency with Respect to Surveillance Technology 3. Discuss/Recommend/Status Elevator Addition and ADA Restroom Upgrades to City Hall 4. Discuss/Recommend Changing Council Rules of Procedure for Time Limit of Public and Censure of Council 5. Public Comment On Items Of Significant Public Interest Not On The Agenda And Within The Jurisdiction Of The City 6. Adjournment Committee Members: Raymond Graham - Chairperson Dan Nye John McGinley PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal (pre-virus). Any who would like to physically attend, are asked to please wear a face covering and practice 6- ft social distancing at the meeting. For those who are cautious about physically attending, a Zoom link is available. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528, allowing permission for mic and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your mic until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245. Thank you, Michael L. Klakken, Mayor

Montana's young hunters will have the state’s waterfowl and pheasants pretty much to themselves Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25-26. Licensed hunters ages 15 and under may hunt ducks, geese, coots, mergansers and ring-necked pheasants statewide on these two special days set aside for youngsters, but they must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult. While the accompanying adult may not shoot, he or she can assist with setting decoys, calling and retrieving. Prior to the youth hunt opener, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will release 2,700 pheasants on seven wildlife management areas. The WMAs that will receive pheasants include Canyon Ferry and Lake Helena in Region 3, Freezout and Beckman in Region 4, Grant Marsh and Yellowstone in Region 5, and Isaac Homestead in Region 7. “We’re excited to give our youth hunters this new opportunity for success,” said FWP director Hank Worsech. “As we expand this program in the coming years, it will encourage hunter participation and recruitment across the state.” The pheasants for the release were purchased with money that is set aside for pheasant stocking through the upland gamebird program. This program will expand as FWP works with the Montana Department of Corrections to establish a gamebird-raising facility at the Montana State Prison. Birds raised at the prison will be used to stock appropriate state land in future years. The statewide, two-day youth waterfowl and pheasant hunt is open to: legally licensed 12-15-year-olds who have completed hunter education and who are accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age, properly certified and legally licensed apprentice hunters 10-15 years of age who are accompanied by a non-hunting adult "mentor" at least 21 years of age. For more information on youth hunting opportunities, visit https://fwp.mt.gov/hunt/youth .

TRAIL CREEK FIRE: Size 51,834 Acres 29% Containment Crews continue to make good progress on handline from Forest Service #079 road north along the ridge between Anderson Creek and Smithy Creek to Anderson Mountain. Once completed, crews will use a burnout operation to secure the north side of the fire. Crews continue mopping up and putting out hotspots along the foothill’s road. Crews continue to remove hazard trees along Highway 43 for the next few days. Use extreme caution and slow down when traveling in this area. Expect firefighters and equipment near roadways. ALDER CREEK FIRE: Size 33,907 Acres 32% Containment Hand crews and dozers continue to build and improve containment lines from Culvert Loop Road to Saw Log Creek. Crews will continue to look for opportunity to conduct back burns and go direct attack where they can do so safely. These burns are important to containing the fire and protecting structures. Fire personnel continue to monitor the south end of the fire looking for hot spots and ensuring that they are out. In addition they continue to patrol the corridor and scenic bi-way looking for areas of concern. The structure protection group remains in place near Alder Creek, monitoring and evaluating structures. Crews will remain in the area throughout the evening, monitoring and mopping up any hot spots. SAND LAKE FIRE: Size 228 Acres 0% Containment The fire is established and active, growth is minimal, moving slowly along the side of the mountain. Crews will continue to monitor the fire and evaluate values at risk. **In the days ahead there will be smoke coming from interior pockets in the fire area. This is normal and can be expected until considerable moisture covers the area, Firefighters were not able to directly attack all areas of the fire. The areas where it was just too steep or too dangerous for firefighters to work in. The fireteam is beginning to develop a suppression repair plan. This plan will describe areas where repair work will take place and how soon hose lays can be pulled out. WEATHER/FIRE BEHAVIOR: A high-pressure system builds in the region, winds will be terrain driven and light. As the day heats up, winds will increase, and wind gust are expected. A strong cold front is expected to move through the area Wednesday. SAFETY: Highway 43 and the Pioneer Scenic Byway are open to through traffic. Watch for increased traffic, school has started in the local communities and hunting season is ongoing. Crews will be removing hazard trees along Highway 43 for the next few days. Use extreme caution and slow down when traveling in this area. Expect firefighters and equipment near roadways. Montana Department of Transportation has scheduled Highway 43 to replace bridges over Trail Creek for September 13th through 16th. The closure will last 24 hours a day (Monday-Thursday). The road is expected to reopen on Friday morning (September 17th). CLOSURES: Portions of the Continental Divide Trail remain closed. The Big Hole National Battlefield is closed until further notice. May Creek Campground and Steel Creek Campground are closed. Closure orders remain in effect on the Salmon-Challis National Forests, the Beaverhead- Deerlodge National Forest, and the Bureau of Land Management. View the updated closure orders on the respective agency websites and the fires' Inciweb pages.

Students-Athletes from Montana Western and Southern Oregon were selected the Erck Hotels/Frontier Conference Football Players of the Week. Offensive Player of the Week: Matt Struck, Southern Oregon, 6-foot-4, 220 lbs, senior quarterback from Central Point, Ore. In Southern Oregon’s 42-7 conference win over MSU-Northern, Struck was 22 of 34 passing for 326 yards and five touchdowns. He rushed for 15 yards and one touchdown on seven carries. Also nominated: Trey Mounts of Montana Western. Defensive Player of the Week: Joe Caicedo, Montana Western, 6-foot-1, 215 lbs, senior linebacker from Darby, Mont. In (RV) Montana Western’s 42-30 come-from- behind, upset road win over No. 11 Dickinson State, Caicedo recorded seven solo tackles, one tackle for loss (-6 yards), one quarterback sack (-6 yards). Also nominated; Devin Holden, Southern Oregon. Special Teams Player of the Week: Cesar Ruiz of Southern Oregon, 6-foot, 175 lbs, sophomore kicker from Blythe, Calif. In Southern Oregon’s 42-7 conference win over MSU-Northern, Ruiz was a perfect 6 for 6 PAT’s. Also nominated: John Mears of Montana Western.

Katie Lovett , Montana Western Volleyball Coach, will speak to Rotarians and guests at noon Wednesday, September 15, 2021. She will provide information about the volleyball program’s prospects. Visitors are welcome. Anyone interested in learning more about Rotary should come at noon to be a guest for lunch. The Club meets in the Guild Hall of St. James Episcopal Church, 203 East Glendale St. For more information, email John O’Brien at john@highpeaksfcu.com or Tina Giem at tgiem@barretthospital.org .

The University of Montana Western will hold its Hall of Fame, Alumni Weekend, and Homecoming activities Sep. 15-18, 2021. This festive time for alumni, friends, students and community members is an exciting opportunity to gather and enjoy a series of events hosted by Montana Western Alumni and Friends, Bulldog Athletics and the Associated Students of the University of Montana Western. Schedule of Events: Wednesday, September 15, 2021 5:30 p.m. Community & Campus Pep Rally & BBQ UMW Campus B.A.R.C. Event Sponsored by ASUMW and Montana Western Alumni & Friends BBQ prepared by Engine 18 6 p.m. Community and Campus “Paint the Town Red” Office and Business Decorating Contest Winners announced at Pep Rally Community Winners: Bulldog Swag and 4 football game tickets Campus Winners: ASUMW Gifts Friday, September 17, 2021 3 p.m. Historic tour of campus buildings narrated by UMW alumni Mike Shultz, Wally Feldt, and Mike Miller Roe House Front Porch 5 p.m. Montana Western Alumni & Friends no-host social The Den Steakhouse & Bar Affinity Reunions: 25 & 50-year Reunions 1970, 1971, & 1995 & 1996 With the cancellation of our commencement reunions, we would like to invite our alumni back this fall. Saturday, September 18, 2021 9 a.m. Hall of Fame Brunch Induction Ceremony Lewis & Clark Room, Mathews Hall 10 a.m. ASUMW Bulldog Homecoming Color Run UMW Campus Tundra. Free and Open to campus & community 12 p.m. Tailgating at Vigilante Stadium 2 p.m. Bulldog Football vs. MSU-Northern Halftime Introduction of 2021 Hall of Fame Inductees Halftime Introduction of 2021 Homecoming Ambassadors 6 p.m. Red Saturday No-host Mixer Beaverhead Brewery Please call the Montana Western Alumni Office at 406-683-7306 or visit https://www.umwfoundation.org/ for more information and to reserve tickets for the Hall of Fame Brunch and Induction Ceremony. Tickets are available for $15 for adults, $7 for ages 6 – 17 and admission is free for ages 5 and under. For more information about the 2021 Homecoming events, please call ASUMW Office Manager, Keeley Fitzgerald, at 406-683-7211 or email keeley.fitzgerald@umwestern.edu .

7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. MINUTES 1. Approve September 1, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes B. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. Article Regarding Investment Of $150 Million For Water And Sewer Infrastructure C. MAYOR’S REPORT 1. Citizen Requests D. REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND BOARDS OF THE CITY 1. Library Board – John McGinley, Council Member; Lori Canady, Library Director 2. Attorney – James Dolan 3. Planning Board- Don Hand; Bill Shafer 4. Zoning Commission – Raymond Graham; Russ Schwandt 5. Director of Operations - Todd Hazelbaker 6. Police Department – Chief Don Guiberson a. Approve August 2021 Activity Report 7. Fire Department - Fire Chief, BJ Klose a. Approve City Clerk Report for Fire Hall for August 2021 b. Approve Budget vs Expenditures for Fire Hall for August 2021 8. City Court – Judge Kaylan Minor 9. Treasurer – Karen Kipp 10. Tree Board – Mary Jo O’Rourke E. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1. Judiciary Committee – Dan Nye, Chair; Mary Jo O’Rourke, Raymond Graham 2. Finance Committee – Don Hand, Chair; Russ Schwandt; Dan Nye 3. Fire and Order Committee – Bill Shafer, Chair; Russ Schwandt; Raymond Graham 4. Health and Welfare – John McGinley, Chair; Mary Jo O’Rourke; Diane Armstrong 5. Cemetery Committee - Diane Armstrong, Chair; Bill Shafer; Don Hand 6. Parks Committee – Mary Jo O’Rourke, Chair; Bill Shafer; John McGinley 7. City Hall Committee – Raymond Graham, Chair; Dan Nye, John McGinley 8. Street and Alley Committee – Dan Nye, Chair; Don Hand, Russ Schwandt a. Approve September 7, 2021 Meeting Minutes 9. Water and Sewer Committee – Don Hand, Chair; Russ Schwandt, Raymond Graham a. Approve August 26, 2021 Meeting Minutes F. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS OF SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC INTEREST NOT ON THE AGENDA AND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY G. Adjournment PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal (previrus). Any who would like to physically attend, are asked to please wear a face covering and practice 6-ft social distancing at the meeting. For those who are cautious about physically attending, a Zoom link is available. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528, allowing permission for mic and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your mic until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245. Thank you, Michael L. Klakken, Mayor

TRAIL CREEK FIRE: Size 51,782 Acres 29% Containment Construction continues on the handline from Forest Service 079 road north along the ridge between Anderson Creek and Smithy Creek to Anderson Mountain. Once completed, crews will use a burn out operation to secure the north side of the fire. With favorable conditions yesterday, crews were able to conduct some burn out operations from Gory Creek to Nickel Back. Night shift crews continued the work through the night last night. This operation will help secure this section of the fire. Crews will continue to remove hazard trees along Highway 43 for the next few days but is closed to public travel through Thursday. ALDER CREEK FIRE: Size 33,863 32% Contained Work continued on the northside of the fire, as hand crews and dozers create containment lines from Forest Service 062 road to Saw Log Creek. Additionally, crews were able to use a burnout operation to improve containment lines. Crews will continue to look for opportunity to conduct burn outs and go direct attack where they can do so safely. These burns are important to containing the fire and protecting structures. The structure protection group remains in place near Alder Creek, monitoring and evaluating structures. Crews will remain in the area throughout the evening, monitoring and mopping up any hot spots. SAND LAKE FIRE: Size 228 Acres 0% Containment The fire is established and active, growth is minimal, moving slowly along the side of the mountain. Crews will continue to monitor the fire and evaluate values at risk. WEATHER/FIRE BEHAVIOR: A weak cold front passing through last night may cause gusty winds. A stronger cold front will pass through on Wednesday has higher probability of stronger, gusty winds. Warm and dry conditions will continue, as nearly storm is predicted to have any precipitation with it. SAFETY: Highway 43 is open in the Alder Creek area and the Pioneer Scenic Byway to through traffic. Watch for increased traffic, school has started in the local communities and hunting season is ongoing. Use extreme caution and slow down when traveling in the fire area. Expect firefighters and equipment near roadways. Montana Department of Transportation has scheduled Highway 43 starting at Wisdom, Montana, to replace bridges over Trail Creek from September 13th through 16th. The closure will last 24 hours a day (Monday-Thursday). The road is expected to reopen on Friday morning (September 17th). CLOSURES : Portions of the Continental Divide Trail remain closed. The Big Hole National Battlefield is closed until further notice. May Creek Campground is closed. Closure orders remain in effect on the Salmon-Challis National Forests, the Beaverhead- Deerlodge National Forest, and the Bureau of Land Management. View the updated closure orders on the respective agency websites and the fires' Inciweb pages.

TRAIL CREEK FIRE: Size 49,440 Acres, 30% Containment Cooler weather conditions helped fire fighters today, reducing fire behavior and spread. A small spot fire was contained near Anderson Creek. The spot was three to four acres in size. Crews were able to respond quickly and put containment line around it, tying it back into the main fire. The burn out connecting the handline to the black was successful and crews will continue with the handline and finding areas to go direct on the fire. Crews will be removing hazard trees along Highway 43 for the next few days. Use extreme caution and slow down when traveling in this area. Expect firefighters and equipment near roadways. ALDER CREEK FIRE: Size 33,287 Acres, 24% Containment Additional resources are arriving and assisting personnel on the fire. Cooler conditions are expected today and through the weekend, giving fire fighters a much needed, break from the extreme conditions. Crews and dozers will be going direct on the north side of the fire, working down to 039 road to the fires edge. Once complete, crews will use a back burn to secure the line. In addition, crews will use direct attack in the Teddy Creek area as well. The fire continues to slowly back down towards Bryant Creek. The structure protection group remains in place near Alder Creek, monitoring and evaluating structures. Crews will remain in the area throughout the evening, monitoring and mopping up any hot spots. SAND LAKE FIRE: Size 224 Acres, 0% Containment The fire is established and active, growth is minimal, moving slowly along the side of the mountain. Crews will continue to monitor the fire and evaluate values at risk. WEATHER/FIRE BEHAVIOR: Storms are expected to come through the area today, with a chance of wetting rain. Wind gust are expected as the storms past through the area, but they are not expected to last. SAFETY: Highway 43 and the Pioneer Scenic Byway are open to through traffic. Watch for increased traffic, school has started in the local communities and hunting season is ongoing. Crews will be removing hazard trees along Highway 43 for the next few days. Use extreme caution and slow down when traveling in this area. Expect firefighters and equipment near roadways. CLOSURES: Portions of the Continental Divide Trail remain closed. The Big Hole National Battlefield is closed until further notice. May Creek Campground is closed. Closure orders remain in effect on the Salmon-Challis National Forests, the Beaverhead- Deerlodge National Forest, and the Bureau of Land Management. View the updated closure orders on the respective agency websites and the fires' Inciweb pages.

In the first games of the DSU Crossover Tournament the Bulldogs improved with a 2-3 win over Valley City State University. The lady dogs where 25-22, 25-27, 25-23, and 25-18. Emmah Peterson was a standout and Backcountry MT Adventures player of the match with 8 kills and 5 blocks in the win. The Bull dogs schedule for tomorrow will be as follows: 9 AM Bulldogs VS Dickinson State 1 PM Bulldogs VS Valley city State

Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the investment of $6 million to strengthen Montana’s workforce and provide job training to Montanans, particularly to individuals with disabilities and those who have become unemployed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. "Helping Montanans acquire the in-demand skills needed to fill good-paying jobs is a top priority," Gov. Gianforte said. "These investments will help more Montana workers access skills training programs, helping them enter or reenter the workforce or boost their careers to the next level while alleviating our workforce shortage in critical industries." Gov. Gianforte approved the use of $2 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for the Individuals with Disabilities Employment Engagement Program, which augments the Department of Public Health and Human Services’ (DPHHS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services. DPPHS VR provides services to individuals with disabilities to obtain, regain, maintain, and advance in employment. The funding approved will supplement existing VR staff by temporarily adding 10 additional full-time rehabilitation counselors, opening the door to approximately 1,000 additional individuals with disabilities to participate in the program. Approximately 1,300 individuals are on the program’s waitlist. "This funding is going to have a tremendous impact on the people our agency serves," DPHHS Director Adam Meier said. "The opportunity to add additional rehabilitation counselors will allow us to work with our clients who are currently on the waiting list. These individuals are ready and willing to work, and just need the opportunity. We’re excited to increase these efforts across the state to connect our clients with training, assisted technology and other tools that will help set them up to successfully enter the work force." The governor also approved an additional $4 million in ARPA funds for the Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) to provide "rapid retraining" services and enroll Montanans in workforce training programs. The funds will allow the department to utilize an existing state network of contracted workforce program providers to provide critical training, primarily for those who lost their jobs during the pandemic and need new skills to reenter the workforce. The funds will be used to conduct and support short-term skills training for Montanans including displaced workers such as those in Colstrip or St. Regis. "This funding will enable the department to strengthen our already-robust network of workforce service providers and help more Montanans benefit from the training programs they provide. The end result will be more Montana workers with the skills they need to succeed," DLI Commissioner Laurie Esau said. The governor accepted the $6 million funding recommendations from the ARPA Economic Transformation and Stabilization and Workforce Development Programs and Advisory Commission. ARPA advisory commissions comprise state legislators, agency leaders, and administration officials. More information about the advisory commissions may be found at arpa.mt.gov .

The Lady Beavers volleyball team defeated Butte Central on Thursday night with a 25-14, 25-21, and a 25-18 sweep. Congratulations ladies. They will play this Saturday in the B.W. Lodge Gym against Frenchtown.

TRAIL CREEK FIRE: Size 49,400 Acres Containment 30% The fire burned actively again yesterday, with an extended Red Flag Warning. Crews connect the handline to the black, and then were able to do a back burn to secure the Gibbisonville Road. Additional crews will be assigned to the area tomorrow, continuing the handline, and going direct on the fire. The fire made a good push yesterday towards Gory Ridge, but engine crews and aircraft responded quickly and kept spot fires from crossing the containment lines. Crews will continue to improve containment lines, mop up hot spots and monitor. Cooler temperatures and calmer winds are predicted the next few days, which will provide fire fighters with a much needs break from extreme conditions and allow them to improve and create containment lines. The structure protection group remains in place securing the line near structures and monitoring. ALDER CREEK FIRE: Size 33,287 Acres Containment 24% The Alder Creek and Christensen fires have merged and will now be reported as the Alder Creek Fire. Additional resources are expected to arrive over the next several days. Cooler conditions are expected today and through the weekend, giving fire fighters a much needed, break from the extreme conditions. Late last night, a section of the fire crossed containment lines, burning actively, despite the late hour. Hand crews and dozers worked together to create containment lines around the spot and mop up hot spots. Crews will continue to work this area through out the day today. Fire activity on the north side of the fire has reduced and crews are evaluating areas to direct attack on the fire. The structure protection group remains in place near Alder Creek, monitoring and evaluating structures. SAND LAKE FIRE: Size 224 Acres Containment 0% The fire is established and active, growth is minimal, moving slowly along the side of the mountain. Crews will continue to monitor the fire and evaluate values at risk. WEATHER/FIRE BEHAVIOR: Cooler and calmer weather is predicted for the next few days, with a chance of wetting rains tomorrow and Saturday. Winds will vary with a chance of some higher wind gusts near the fire area. SAFETY: Highway 43 and the Pioneer Scenic Byway are open to through traffic. Watch for increased traffic, school has started in the local communities and hunting season is ongoing. CLOSURES: Portions of the Continental Divide Trail remain closed. The Big Hole National Battlefield is closed until further notice. May Creek Campground is closed. Closure orders remain in effect on the Salmon-Challis National Forests, the Beaverhead- Deerlodge National Forest, and the Bureau of Land Management. View the updated closure orders on the respective agency websites and the fires' Inciweb pages.

The Montana Center for Horsemanship will be holding a conference starting today September 9th thru Saturday the 11th. The events are as follows: Thursday, September 9 Friday, September 10 Saturday, September 11

TRAIL CREEK FIRE: Size 47,472 Acres 58% Contained A Red Flag Warning is expected to continue today. Extreme fire behavior with large group tree torching and long-range spotting is expected. Winds are predicted to be 30+ mph along with slightly lower temperatures than yesterday. Humidity remains at critical levels. Yesterday, aerial resources used retardant along the southwest flank above Gibbonsville. Hand crews worked along side aircraft creating a fuel break from the ridge to Forest Service Road 079. Additional hand crews will assist in improving the line throughout the day today. Structure protection group in Ruby Creek and Rabbit Creek continued to support the sprinkler and hose lay around the structures. The fire remained active throughout the day yesterday and similar fire behavior is expected to continue through out the day today, creating difficult conditions for firefighters and aircraft. ALDER CREEK FIRE: Size 32,767 Acres 24% Contained The Alder Creek and Christensen fires have merged and will now be reported as the Alder Creek Fire. Additional resources are expected to arrive over the next several days. Red Flag Warning is expected to continue today. This will create difficult conditions for firefighters and aircraft. Once the smoke cleared yesterday, fire activity increased in Bryant Creek yesterday. The fire made a push to the north yesterday, driven by the weather conditions. A hotshot crew and heavy equipment move to the area to help create containment lines and slow fire progression. Heat and activity increase to the western side of the fire, near Highway 43. SAND LAKE FIRE: Size 218 Acres 0% Contained The fire is established and active, growth is minimal, moving slowly along the side of the mountain. Crews will continue to monitor the fire and evaluate values at risk. WEATHER/FIRE BEHAVIOR: Red Flag Warnings are expected to continue. Extreme fire behavior with large group tree torching and long-range spotting greater than 1 mile are predicted. Winds will be 30+ mph from the southwest/west combined near record temps and low humidity’s are expected. Fire will continue to back towards Anderson Creek and Gibbonsville. SAFETY: Highway 43 and the Pioneer Scenic Byway are open to through traffic. Watch for increased traffic, school has started in the local communities and hunting season is ongoing. CLOSURES: Portions of the Continental Divide Trail remain closed. The Big Hole National Battlefield is closed until further notice. May Creek Campground is closed. Closure orders remain in effect on the Salmon-Challis National Forests, the Beaverhead- Deerlodge National Forest, and the Bureau of Land Management. View the updated closure orders on the respective agency websites and the fires' Inciweb pages.