Wildfire Smoke Creating Hazy Skies Across Montana

Wildfire smoke is once again creating hazy skies across northeast Montana, including the Glasgow area.

According to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, smoke is being carried into the state from large wildfires burning in Oregon and Washington, along with smoke from several new fires in western Montana. Hot, dry, and windy conditions have allowed those fires to grow quickly and pushed smoke across much of the state.

While there are no major wildfires burning near Glasgow, changing wind patterns are transporting smoke hundreds of miles into northeast Montana. Air quality can vary throughout the day, with the smokiest conditions often occurring overnight and during the early morning hours before improving later in the day.

Health officials recommend limiting prolonged outdoor activity if the smoke becomes heavy, especially for children, older adults, and anyone with heart or lung conditions.

For the latest air quality conditions anywhere in Montana, visit the Montana DEQ's Today's Air page at Today's Air.