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Spring burning season is here. Burning is a great way to clear dead vegetation and clean up. Before you light up this spring, take the necessary precautions to ensure your burn does not become the next wildfire. Obtain a permit or contact local authorities, burn early in the day and check weather for afternoon or next day wind conditions. Be sure to have adequate equipment, assistance and water supply with you and always make sure the area is cold to the touch before leaving. Checking the following day is also important as stumps or roots may...
Spring burning season is here. Burning is a great way to clear dead vegetation and clean up. Before you light up this spring, take the necessary precautions to ensure your burn does not become the next wildfire. Obtain a permit or contact local authorities, burn early in the day and check weather for afternoon or next day wind conditions. Be sure to have adequate equipment, assistance and water supply with you and always make sure the area is cold to the touch before leaving. Checking the following day is also important as stumps or roots may...
Montana, September 16, 2014 - Hunting season is a very exciting time for many Montanans, as well as out-of-state visitors who come to hunt in Montana. As you prepare for your hunting trip, make sure you have plenty of water to put your warming fire out completely. Vegetation is dry and wildland fires can still occur. Do your part to ensure you do not start a wildland fire. Before you head outdoors know the below items. 1. It is best to keep your fire small and manageable, no larger than three fe...
Hunting season is a very exciting time for many Montanans, as well as out-of-state visitors who come to hunt in Montana. As you prepare for your hunting trip, make sure you have plenty of water to put your warming fire out completely. Vegetation is dry and wildland fires can still occur. Do your part to ensure you do not start a wildland fire. Before you head outdoors know the below items. 1. Are warming fires allowed in the area you are hunting? Visit www.firerestrictions.us to find out. 2. It is best to keep your fire small and manageable,...
Haying and crop harvesting are under way across Montana. Your local firefighters are asking you to be cautious while operating equipment this summer. To avoid starting a wildfire: Inspect and maintain equipment. Ensure equipment has a sound, functional exhaust system or spark arrester; Avoid parking or driving in tall grass; if you have to park in dry grass patrol the area to make sure a fire hasn’t started; Make certain you have the necessary tools and water to suppress a fire including a fire extinguisher, shovel, and water tank with pump a...
