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KEY MESSAGE The fire has seen no increase in acreage. Around the fire area crews have moved into “mop-up” and patrol status. Firefighters are assisting with new fire starts around the area. CURRENT STATUS 

KEY MESSAGERed Flag Warning issued for the Missoula area starting at noon 07/25/24 Continues on until 2100 on 07/25/2024.

KEY MESSAGE The containment of the fire has increased to 55%. Crews continue to work on mop up, patrol, and strengthening of containment lines. An unmanned aerial system (UAS) is being utilized for infrared flight detection to assist in finding hotspots. A Type 3 Incident Management Team will begin to shadow the current IMT as the incident begins to downsize in complexity due to increased containment.

KEY MESSAGE Red Flag Warning issued for the Missoula area starting at noon today.  CURRENT STATUS  

COMMUNITY MEETING TONIGHT AT 7-8 pm (JULY 23RD, 2024) AT BONNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9045 HWY 200 BONNER MT 59823 MEETING WILL BE RECORDED THEN POSTED TO FACEBOOK

At an estimated acreage of 800 acres, the Miller Peak Fire continued working its way to the north and east this afternoon. Hot temperatures, dry conditions and gusty winds resulted in increased fire behavior. Aviation resources and crews worked to establish an anchor point on the less-active southern flank in the Plant Creek drainage. Aviation was used on both the east and west flanks to control the fire's progression. 

The Miller Peak fire is still estimated at 500 acres. Accurate acreage is difficult to obtain due to limited visibility due to smoke and area terrain. Aviation resources will continue to support the fire today, with attention to ensuring that ongoing use is effective at meeting suppression objectives. Resources on scene include 8 engines, 3 helicopters, multiple crews, and miscellaneous overhead. Additional resources including crews and an Incident Management Team have been ordered. The cause of the fire is under investigation.