The Black Bear wildfire in Montana has been burning for several days, with the latest update indicating it has not changed in size, still at 225 acres, and remains uncontained.
Official source description: 15 Miles E from Hamilton, MT
Moderate; Flanking; Backing; Isolated Torching
Monitor official updates for further information and follow any instructions from local authorities.
IRWIN ID: {98BCEEFD-1E76-40E6-9352-54FD64F60E7D}
Discovered: Aug 2, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $220,000
Coordinates: 46.168, -113.8895
The Black Bear Fire has burned 225 acres as of August 9, 2026.
The Black Bear Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Black Bear Fire is burning in Ravalli, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Black Bear Fire remains active.
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