INCIDENT UPDATED 8/14/2008
This incident is 100% contained.
Approximate Location
45.872 latitude, -112.298 longitudeSummary
The Cactus Fire, located 9 miles west of Whitehall, MT, was reported on July 19, 2008. The cause is under investigation. The fire started on private land and progressed onto BLM and Forest Service land in the Upper Rader Creek and Pipestone areas.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Saturday July 19th, 2008 aprox 12:10 PM |
| Location | 9 miles west of Whitehall, MT |
| Incident Commander | Rick Kusicko |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | Not available |
|---|---|
| Size | 518 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 aprox 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Light, flashy fuels at lower elevations. Timber at higher elevations. |
| Significant Events | All closures associated with the suppression efforts have been lifted. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | The fire was declared "out" on August 13. |
|---|---|
| Terrain Difficulty | High. Steep, rocky terrain. |
| Remarks | Not available |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | Not available |
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| Current Temperature | Not available |
| Current Humidity | Not available |
