Local fire growth slows while t-storms start new fires
Thunderstorms passed through southwestern Montana on Monday evening, producing lightning strikes and increasing concern that new wildfires would join those surrounding Missoula.
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Butler Creek fire at 300 acres; 53 homes evacuated
The Butler Creek fire was first reported at 1:30 a.m. and by late afternoon, it had grown to more than 300 acres under blazing temperatures and light winds.
Evacuation order issued for new fire north of Missoula
A wildfire that has broken out in the Butler Creek area has prompted evacuation orders and warnings to be issued.