SUMMER FORECAST
What is the forecast for wildfires and smoke in 2026?
Below is a month-by-month comparison of wildfire risk for the months of June-September
monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf
monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf
Wildfire potential peaks during the months of July and August, increasing the possibility for wildfire smoke and poor air quality in the Missoula and Bitterroot valleys. Although Missoula appears to stay at the normal level for wildfire risk, winds can carry smoke from neighboring states into Missoula. Learn how to stay safe by following the CDC guidelines www.cdc.gov/wildfires/safety/how-to-safely-stay-safe-during-a-wildfire.html
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