Weather helped slow Reynolds Creek Fire, but high winds predicted

Reynolds Creek Fire - Smoke Plume Above St. Mary Lake, July 25, 2015
Reynolds Creek Fire – Smoke Plume Above St. Mary Lake, July 25, 2015

With more than 450 people battling the blaze, crews continue their steady progress against the Reynolds Creek Fire. The biggest concern is forecast high winds . . .

There was little change overnight in the Reynolds Creek Fire in Glacier Park, as an elite team of firefighters continued to be aided by weather conditions.

The fire, which started on Tuesday, is currently listed as approximately 3,166 acres, according to a press release issued this morning. More than 450 firefighters and support crew members are assigned to the fire, which has been slowed by cool temperatures and rising humidity.

Helicopters were kept engaged throughout the day Friday, assisting crews on the ground by dropping water on the head of the fire at the northeast perimeter.

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Reynolds Ceeek Fire - Heavy Helicopter Dropping Its Load of Water, July 25, 2015
Reynolds Ceeek Fire – Heavy Helicopter Dropping Its Load of Water, July 25, 2015