Strong, gusty winds accompanying a cold frontal passage this evening may fan area fires. The Daily Inter Lake has a write-up, including some discussion of the Ninko Creek Fire north of Whale Creek . . .
A fire red flag warning has been issued for Western Montana today as strong winds, coupled with low humidity and dry fuels, are expected to significantly increase fire danger.
The warning, in effect from this afternoon through tonight, comes as meteorologists predict that a passing cold front will bring widespread and sustained westerly winds of 15 to 30 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
At some higher elevations, winds could blow from 30 to 50 mph with gusts of up to 80 mph, according to meteorologists who issued the warning Friday afternoon.