LOLO NATIONAL FOREST — While the end of summer in Montana may seem like the end of wildfire season, officials say wildfires, but you take steps now to protect yourself in the future.

“Preparing for wildfire season is a year-round endeavor,” said Montana Department of Resources and Conservation Community Preparedness and Wildlife Prevention Program Manager Julia Berkey.

Wildfire season in Montana is unpredictable, but taking a few steps early in the season can help in the future.

“Whenever you're thinking about preparing for wildfire, we want folks have their home prepared,” Berkey said.

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