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The Deep Creek Fire in the northwest corner of the Little Belt Mountains was reported in the afternoon of August 31, 2022. On September 7, a Type 4 team led by Incident Commander Michael Williams and Jesse Riddle (t) took command of the fire. Previously, on September 2, a Type 3 team led by Incident Commander Alex Brooks and Kenny Spint had been in command of the fire. The fire is estimated to be 37 acres and is 70% contained. Fire personnel were able to use aerial resources on the fire to help reduce fire growth. There has not been smoke seen on the fire for a few days now, so updates will take place to this page if a significant change occurs.
| Current as of | Mon, 10/03/2022 - 13:11 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Lightning/Natural |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | Northwest corner of the Little Belt Mountains |
| Incident Commander | Michael Williams ICT4 |
| Coordinates |
47° 5' 19'' Latitude
-111° 13' 32
'' Longitude
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| Size | 37 Acres |
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| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Fuels Involved | Timber (Grass and Understory) |
| Significant Events |
| Projected Incident Activity |
Fire is 100% contained |
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| Remarks |
Area closure has been rescinded. |