06/10/25 Afternoon Update — The Montana DNRC provided a detailed update on the Hilger Valley Fire Tuesday afternoon.

Updated mapping now estimates the acres burned at around 288 acres. The fire is believed to have been human-caused.

One hundred and ten total personnel have been assigned to the fire, headed by the DNRC County Assist Team with Incident Commander Dave Hamilton. On Tuesday afternoon, fire resources included 10 engines, one module, four helicopters, three hand crews, two dozers, and two tenders.

(Watch fire crews battle the Hilger Valley Fire) Watch crew battle the Hilger Valley Fire (June 9)

"Multiple aircraft will be scooping water from Holter Lake to support firefighting efforts. Fire managers ask that the boaters stay clear of aircraft during these operations for sa

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