The Elder 1 wildfire in Montana is currently 100% contained, with 1235 acres burned.
Official source description: 6 Miles SW from Frenchtown, MT
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering; Single Tree Torching
No specific advice based on the current fire behavior and evacuation status.
IRWIN ID: {D1298BD1-66EC-461F-B00E-A06F1A8BD1C2}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $7,815,000
Coordinates: 46.94, -114.3209
The Elder 1 Fire has burned 1,235 acres as of August 7, 2026.
Yes, the Elder 1 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Elder 1 Fire is burning in Missoula, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Elder 1 Fire remains active.
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