HELENA — Crews are continuing to work on suppressing the Jericho Mountain Fire on Tuesday. As of the morning update, the fire is still estimated to be around 150 acres in size.
Due to the steep and rugged terrain with limited access, the fire line is being constructed away from the current fire location, with public and firefighter safety in mind.
(Watch footage of crews facing the Jericho Mountain Fire)
Fire crews are anticipating increased fire activity on Tuesday with the hot and dry weather forecasted.
Northern Rockies Incident Management Team 9, under Incident Commander Shane Martin and Ian Quist, took command of the fire Tuesday morning. Four crews, three dozers, two helicopters, two skidders, two feller bunchers and six engines have been assigned to the fire, with additional resources arriving soon.
The public should avoid the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail between Macdonald Pass and Bullion Parks.
The Jericho Mountain Fire was first reported on June 15, burning south of MacDonald Pass. As of noon on Tuesday, June 17, the fire is at 0% containment.
