INCIDENT UPDATED 10/6/2009
Approximate Location
47.416 latitude, -113.319 longitude
Incident Overview
Fire has recieved moisture and cooler temperatures. Minimal fire activity.
PLEASE contact the Spotted Bear Ranger District prior to traveling in this area.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Thursday August 06th, 2009 approx. 08:11 AM |
| Location | 19 miles NNE of Seeley Lake, MT |
| Incident Commander | Carbonari |
Current Situation
| Size | 1,900 acres |
|---|---|
| Estimated Containment Date | Thursday October 15th, 2009 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | 10 Timber (litter and understory) |
| Fire Behavior | Area has received moisture and cooler temperatures. Minimal fire activity. |
| Significant Events | Please contact the Spotted Bear Ranger District at 758-5376 for access information in the Gabe Creek Fire Area. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Fire is being managed for resource benefits. No suppression action. Fire is being monitored and patroled regularly. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Medium |
| Terrain Difficulty | High |
| Remarks | Please be cautious in the fire area of potential hazards, including rolling debris and falling snags. Smoke may be visible from interior of fire. Please contact the Spotted Bear Ranger District prior to traveling in this area. |
