![]() ![]() You know, if you start a fire, you could be held not only for what is damaged but the cost of fighting it too. We’re going to need a four-day continuous rain event, we don’t get that a lot in August, you know these little showers.they temper it, but for a short time only."Ĭhute further added."people who start a wildfire will be HELD FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE for any structure damages and fire suppression costs. **Chute said, "The little amount of rain Northwest Montana has experienced this last week is deceiving, doing close to nothing to help Montana’s current wildfires. They have their hands full trying to deal with natural fires that are burning now and they must be ready to help fight "new fire-starts from the dry-lightening storms which are typical of August weather patterns up here and in the forested West and Northwest. Officials are asking for public help to avoid those human-caused fires. Firefighters in the Flathead area have seen an uptick in human-caused fire starts over the last two weeks. “We just can’t afford to have more fires the fire fighting resources are stretched really really thin,” Chute told MTN News. That could lead to devastating consequences. Flathead County Fire Area Manager Lincoln Chute said some residents and tourists have been breaking those rules. Western Montana is currently in Stage II Fire Restrictions prohibiting the use of campfires, open burning, and smoking in limited areas. Plus this notice about human started fires appeared this morning on the KPAX site: Well, it's not fog alone! Fog does occur periodically in various places occasionally but.there is a serious overlay of smoke to that fog and that = Smog. Lately some websites have been calling the smoke "fog". We have 2 local fires that are contributing a lot of smoke locally in both the Flathead Valley and inside Glacier. It's very irritating to the eyes and sinuses and is Unhealthy to inhale for long periods. The sky has a pale orange-ish color to it and we can smell the smoke. We will post that and other updates.Īt the moment at 9 AM our air is thick with smoke.so much so we still cannot see the mountains in the distance. A new DEQ report and other information comes out a little later today. Have you read post #70? It's pretty much like yesterday. When wildfires and blown-in smoke do begin impact the area seriously, pay attention to this Glacier Forum Thread.as we will update DEQ fire/smoke alerts every single day as well as post real time reports from TA's specific Destination Experts, locals and visitors who add real-time comments to the thread. The Mt DEQ has not started their 2021 updates yet but when they do.we will include those on this thread. Here is a link to maps predicting fire/smoke impacted areas. If you want/need to drive somewhere, keep your windows and doors closed & the air conditioner on. When you see, or we post the official health alerts follow the recommendations given. Regular paper masks, style-masks to match your clothing, surgical masks and scarves will NOT keep harmful smoke particles out of your lungs." If you have cardiovascular disease or any pulmonary disease including asthma & COPD, prepare for the fire season by investing in an N-95 or P-100 mask so you can safety breathe when smoke is present. If you think might have an adverse reaction to smoke, be sure to make an appointment or phone appointment with your doctor ahead of time so you can get the advice and prophylactics you personally need. Smoke can intensify the symptoms of heart and lung disease and will trigger and worsen asthma attacks. Vulnerable groups include people with heart/lung disease, seniors using many prescribed medications, children, infants, pregnant women, and those with less than robust immune systems. Not only will it make your eyes itch, but it can also cause severe health complications for those with heart and lung diseases. ![]() Smoke is composed of both gases and fine ash particles, which go deep into your lungs when you breathe it in. ![]() Smoke from wildfires wreaks havoc on air quality and can pose serious health risks for you and your loved ones. Yes, wildfires are destructive, but they also have many health disadvantages. "As we continue through the driest and warmest part of the year, the threat for wildfires persists across the U.S. Governor Gianforte has issued a state-wide drought emergency.Īnd the following statement has been issued on weather channels: At the moment smoke is blowing into the Glacier area from wildfires up in Canada and causing some periodic hazing-out of views. Because of the super high temperatures and drought the Pacific NW, Montana and North Western Canada are experiencing, we are beginning this informational thread earlier than usual. ![]()
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