Wildfires can occur anywhere in the U.S. but are most common in the West due to the landscape’s natural relationship with fire. Recently, wildfire conditions in the West have become more extreme and destructive as a result of extended drought, increased fuel loading, and communities expanding into the wildlands. Western Montana is a fire-prone landscape where it is not a matter of “IF” but “WHEN” a wildfire will occur, especially in Missoula County where populated areas have, on average, a greater wildfire risk than 96% of other U.S. counties.

The Missoula County Wildfire Mitigation team is here to help! Check out these resources available to you.