Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The East Fork Fire was reported on August 22, 2012 and was caused by ligtning from the thunderstorm that went through the Lincoln area on Tuesday, August 21st. The fire is actively burning in contiguous sub-alpine fir and dense, dead timber on the Helena National Forest-Lincoln Ranger District; a majority of the fire is located within the Scapegoat Wilderness. The strategy is to safely manage this fire for suppression within the Wilderness boundary. For more information contact Kathy Bushnell at 406-422-7164.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
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| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Wednesday August 22nd, 2012 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Location | Scapegoat Wilderness |
Current Situation
| Size | 4,666 acres |
|---|---|
| Fuels Involved | Dense timber stands of contiguous sub-alpine fir with numerous snags in and around the fire area |
| Fire Behavior | Continued smoldering within the interior. Smoke may be visible at times throughout the duration of this fire. |
| Significant Events | Cooler temperatures and recent precipitation have helped minimize fire activity and growth. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Fire personnel continue to monitor the fire. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | High |
| Terrain Difficulty | Very Difficult |
| Remarks | A portion of the Arrastra/Porcupine Basin Trail #482 remains closed. |
