Montana Anticipates Normal Wildfire Season Despite Low Snowpack
The Northern Rockies, including Montana, are expected to experience a normal wildfire season this spring, according to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Despite a warm winter and low snowpack, the region has seen near-normal precipitation since last fall, which has mitigated some fire risks. Early March saw several large fires due to dry, warm, and windy conditions, but the forecast for April suggests a balance of cool, wet weather with occasional warm and dry spells. This pattern supports a normal fire potential through June, with no major changes anticipated. 
