The Wolf Syrup Fire, 22 miles southeast of Libby, is burning at 92 acres and has almost doubled in size with 0% containment. There are seven engines, three helicopters, one 10-person module, two water tenders, and two excavators attending to the fire. Officials say the fire is currently in a full suppression strategy and being managed by a Type 3 incident commander. Control lines are being constructed by local government, DNRC, CSKT, and U.S. Forest Service using heavy equipment.
Three helicopters are dropping water along the edge to cool hotspots and work on strengthening containment line until hose lays are able to be established. There is a high probability of up to two inches of precipitation coming Friday through Saturday with light winds and possible thunderstorms. There are currently no evacuations or closures at this time. Officials ask the public to avoid the area for public and firefighter safety.
