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State, feds give 2026 wildfire season outlook

While recent rains are part of a reason for some optimism surrounding this year’s wildfire outlook, it could “turn on a dime” officials warned during a seasonal briefing. Gov. Greg Gianforte, Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Director Amanda Kaster, and representatives from other state, local and federal

What is El Niño? Here’s what to know

What is El Niño? Here’s what to know

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a warning that there is an 80% likelihood that we'll see an El Niño event between June and August, and a 90% likelihood after that. The UN is now urging all countries to bolster early warning systems after confirming the onset

2026 Montana wildfire season outlook: Mild winter leaves questions, some above-normal potential

Despite a mild winter, only a few parts of Montana are forecast to have above-normal significant wildfire potential, but the effect of the near-record-low snowpack on this year’s wildfire season is still a bit of a mystery. This insight and many others were shared Tuesday during

Flathead sheriff urges 'extreme caution' around waterways due to hazardous conditions

The Flathead County Sheriff's Office sent out a special press release on Friday urging recreationists to use "extreme caution" around local waterways due to high water, cold water temperatures and increased debris. "Emergency responders have been dispatched to multiple water rescue incidents in recent days,

National Weather Service forecasting heavy rain, possible flooding this weekend

The National Weather Service office in Great Falls has issued a flood watch and is forecasting heavy rain for large swaths of Montana this weekend, with up to 3 inches possible in some places. According to meteorologist James Brusda with NWS, the widespread rain and mountain snow is expected to

FOX Weather’s Bryan Norcross Talks Hurricanes, Ted Turner, Richard Simmons & More

When Hurricane Andrew ravaged South Florida in 1992, meteorologist Bryan Norcross kept viewers informed while on the air for what would be 23 hours. He was a calming presence for many residents who were experiencing unimaginable devastation of the Category 5 storm. Well before and since then, the 75-year-

Jericho Creek fire near MacDonald Pass holds at 2,068 acres

Jericho Creek fire near MacDonald Pass holds at 2,068 acres

Helena, Mont. — The Jericho Creek Fire has been active for nearly two weeks and a new report shows it was holding at approximately 2,068 acres with 31% containment. Smoke had circled Helena two days earlier and remains visible near Elliston. Closer to Jericho Mountain and toward Telegraph Road, the