"The Silvertip fire has expanded to over 7,000 acres and sustained a 15% containment level for several weeks, indicating persistent activity. The continued growth and high estimated costs underscore the ongoing resource commitment and potential impact on the surrounding area."
The Silvertip wildfire, located 30 miles northeast of Condon in Flathead County, Montana, was discovered on July 24, 2026 and is a natural fire under USFS jurisdiction. By the first NIFC report on August 6, it had burned 6,196 acres with no containment and 16 personnel on the scene. The fire grew to 6,272 acres the next day, then to 6,486 acres by August 9, and reached 7,144 acres by August 28, with containment remaining at 15% after a brief increase to 15% on August 18. Personnel fluctuated from 16 to 10, and estimated costs rose from $95,000 to $315,000 over the reporting period. The fire’s behavior shifted from minimal to moderate with creeping, flanking, and uphill runs, but it has not shown significant containment progress beyond the 15% mark.
Official source description: 30 Miles NE from Condon, MT
Minimal; Smoldering; Flanking
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Seeley Lake. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Given the fire’s moderate behavior and 15% containment, general wildfire safety precautions apply: stay informed of local advisories, avoid the fire perimeter, and be prepared for potential evacuation if conditions worsen.
IRWIN ID: {C4138756-16B2-412F-B32B-4DB4520DE5BC}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $315,000
Coordinates: 47.8355, -113.2735
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The Silvertip Fire has burned 7,280 acres as of September 7, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Silvertip Fire is 15% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Silvertip Fire is burning in Flathead, MT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Silvertip Fire remains active.
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