Lightning Kills 220 Sheep in Montana's Gravelly Range
A lightning strike on September 23, 2026, killed 220 sheep in Montana's Gravelly Range, leaving the area littered with carcasses. The incident required immediate cleanup to prevent attracting grizzly bears and other predators. Volunteers, including ranchers and Forest Service personnel, worked tirelessly to transport the carcasses to a composting site near Norris, Montana. The composting process, which uses wood chips and organic materials, is an eco-friendly method to dispose of livestock remains. [Source time: 2026-10-04T00:00:00.]
