MISSOULA — Recent cooler and wetter weather is prompting Lolo National Forest officials to lift Stage II fire restrictions.
The change will take effect on Friday, Aug. 9, but fire managers are reminding everyone that the fire danger level remains high.
“Everyone is encouraged to stay vigilant and take measures to prevent wildfires,” said Lolo National Forest Supervisor Carolyn Upton. “Conditions can change rapidly, as we witnessed last month with the extreme fire danger levels due to hot, dry weather.”
A news release highlights that 81% of this summer’s wildfires have been started by humans.
The Scapegoat Wilderness within the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex will keep Stage I fire restrictions in place.
For the most up-to-date information on Montana fire restrictions, visit www.MTFireInfo.org.
