Following a week of intense wildfires in northeastern Wyoming, two large wildfires have now been contained after making significant progress due to strong winds.
The Remington fire, which spread into south-central Montana, covering 196,459 acres, is now 61% contained as of August 29. Crews worked diligently to extinguish hot spots near the initial fire location, approximately 14 miles northeast of Leiter, Wyoming.
Teams from the Southwest Area Incident Management team 5 have been actively patrolling the fire perimeter, mapping, and repairing containment lines while additional equipment like all-terrain vehicles are being provided for support.
Electric outages affected fewer than 20 residences in south-central Montana, with Tongue River Electric Cooperative reporting the need to replace about 100 poles and restore power to various structures and livestock-related facilities.
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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials are monitoring wildlife losses in the area, particularly in preparation for upcoming hunting seasons.
Efforts are underway to assist affected livestock producers, with the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation accepting donations for its Wildlife Relief Fund to aid ranchers impacted by the devastation of the Remington fire.
Senator Jon Tester has advocated for immediate support for farmers and ranchers affected by the fires, with numerous blazes reported across Montana and Wyoming, totaling over 300,000 burned acres.
Significant progress has been made in containing fires in Wyoming, with ongoing efforts to control the spread and minimize damage to the affected areas. Stay updated on community meetings and fire containment strategies through local authorities and official resources.
Wildfires continue to pose a threat across the Western region, with multiple fires actively burning and impacting millions of acres. Stay informed and heed caution in fire-prone areas to ensure safety and prevent further damage.
