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The Lolo National Forest will continue to conduct prescribed fire operations in several locations across the Forest today, as weather and fuels conditions allow.

Missoula Ranger District: The 19-acre prescribed fire will take place in the area in Pattee Canyon, 15 miles southeast of Missoula. This unit is part of the Pattee Canyon maintenance project.  The objective of this project is to maintain and improve forest health, reduce the risk of damage from insects and disease while maintaining a natural appearing landscape. Smoke may be visible from the Missoula, Bonner, and parts of the I-90 corridor.

Ninemile Ranger District: The 375-acre Frenchtown Face unit is located approximately 9 miles north of Ninemile Road near the Stoney Creek drainage.  Firefighters plan to use aerial ignitions in this project area.  The Smoke will likely be visible from Alberton, Ninemile, Huson and Frenchtown. 

Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District: Firefighters plan to conduct up to 80 acres of understory burning on two different units in the Clear Creek units 6 miles west of Thompson Falls.  Smoke may be visible from Thompson Falls, Plains, and surrounding communities.  

Firefighters and engines will implement the prescribed burn, patrol, and monitor the burning over the next few days.