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Harris Mountain Fire

Coordinates: 47°07′37″N 111°45′00″W / 47.127°N 111.75°W / 47.127; -111.75
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Harris Mountain Fire
Date(s)July 23, 2021 (2021-07-23) – Present
LocationCascade, Montana
Coordinates47°07′37″N 111°45′00″W / 47.127°N 111.75°W / 47.127; -111.75
Statistics
Burned area31,460 acres (12,731 ha)
Ignition
CauseLightning
Map
Harris Mountain Fire is located in Montana
Harris Mountain Fire
Location in Western Montana

The Harris Mountain Fire is a wildfire that started near Cascade, Montana on July 16, 2021. The fire has burned 31,460 acres (12,731 ha) and is 20% contained.[1]

Events

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July

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The Harris Mountain Fire was first reported on July 23, 2021, at around 12:00 pm MST.[1]

August

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Cause

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The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.[1]

Containment

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As of August 5, 2021, the Harris Mountain Fire is 20% contained.[1]

Impact

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Closures and Evacuations

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Harris Mountain Information - InciWeb the Incident Information System". inciweb.nwcg.gov. Retrieved 2021-08-05.