Fuel breaks keep Hay Creek Fire hemmed in near Glacier Park

Hay Creek Fire burning up against Hay Creek Road west of Polebridge, July 26, 2021 - USFS
Hay Creek Fire burning up against Hay Creek Road west of Polebridge, July 26, 2021 – USFS

Here’s a good summary of the wildland fires in the area . . .

Fire crews battling a 1,350-acre blaze near the community of Polebridge are working to keep the lightning-sparked fire hemmed in against Hay Creek Road and existing fuel breaks.

Dubbed the Hay Creek Fire for its location in the Hay Creek drainage west of the North Fork Flathead River and Glacier National Park, the fire was aided by cloud cover on Monday, when fire officials reported moderate activity and growth. The fire remained active on its west flank, however, exhibiting isolated and group tree torching, as well as short wind-driven crown runs.

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