INCIDENT UPDATED 11/14/2012
Approximate Location
47.601 latitude, -113.668 longitude
Incident Overview
The Condon Mountain Fire was started by lightning on 7/28. The fire burned in heavy timber with numerous, standing snags. The area consists of steep, hazardous terrain with high potential for rollout and spotting. The fire was located just west of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and was visible from Highway 83.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Saturday July 28th, 2012 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Location | 5 miles Northeast of Condon, MT |
Current Situation
| Size | 5,500 acres |
|---|---|
| Percent Contained | 55% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Wednesday October 31st, 2012 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | The fire burned in heavy timber with dead, standing whitebark pine, Douglas-fir, and subalpine fir. |
Outlook
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme |
|---|---|
| Remarks | The fire burned in heavy timber with numerous, standing snags. The area consists of steep, hazardous terrain with high potential for rollout and spotting. The fire was located just west of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and is visible from Highway 83. The Area Closure around the fire for public safety has been lifted. |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 6 mph N |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 57 degrees |
| Humidity | 30% |
