The Sun Ray Fire is burning 40 acres five miles west of Lolo north of Lolo Creek Road. Officials say the fire is burning uphill, primarily in grass, making it spread quickly. The terrain is making it difficult for ground crews to access the fire. The Lolo National Forest says gusty winds could impact fire activity, and storm clouds are bringing minimal rain. According to a Lolo National Forest public information officer, the fire is human caused. Lolo National Forest told NBC Montana law enforcement is slowing traffic five miles down on Highway 12 west of Lolo on Lolo Creek Road. No structures are threatened by the fire, and there are no closures or evacuations at this time. Personnel from the U.S. Forest Service Missoula Ranger District, Montana DNRC and other local fire departments are responding. NBC Montana will update this article as more information becomes available.
