200-acre Johnson Fire caused by lightning in Ravalli County's East Fork area prompts evacuation warnings.

Lightning-caused Johnson Fire in Ravalli County's East Fork area has burned around 200 acres, prompting an evacuation warning for residents in Little East Fork, Teepee Creek, Springer Memorial, Bonanza, and Needle Creek. The fire, growing from 5 acres to 210 acres, is being monitored by the Ravalli County Sheriff's Office and Bitterroot National Forest. Residents are advised to be prepared to evacuate at short notice and monitor emergency notifications. Stage-2 fire restrictions are in place.

August 04, 2024
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