Approximate Location
Incident Overview
Missoula, MT. August 7, noon a.m. - The Packer Meadows Fire remains at 135 acres and 85 percent contained. Full containment of the main fire perimeter is expected on August 9. Some resources were released as this fire continues to cool with one Hotshot crew continuing mopping up around the edges and within the interior of the main fire as well as any remaining spot fires.
Three closure orders remain in place to ensure public safety. The orders close to the public the following:
- Lee Creek Campground approximately two miles south of Lolo Hot Spring
- North Lost Park Road (#2194) approximately three miles northeast of Lolo Pass at its junction with road # 2195
- Lee Ridge Trail #295 at the beginning of the trail three miles south of Lolo Hot Springs to the Montana/Idaho border
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Tuesday July 27th, 2010 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Location | One mile northeast of Lolo Pass |
| Incident Commander | J. D. Bauman |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 27 |
|---|---|
| Size | 135 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Monday August 09th, 2010 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Heavy dead and downed fuels; dense stands of lodgepole pine. |
| Fire Behavior | Smoldering, creeping ground fire reported on 7/29 Some spotting and single tree torching reported on 7/26 |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | locating and putting out spot fires north of the main fire perimeter; mopping up around main fire edges and within the interior. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Significant growth potential due to high temperatures, low humidity and heavy fuel loading |
| Terrain Difficulty | Moderate slopes, heavy downed fuel and timber |
