Light rain and cool temperatures through midweek were expected to reduce fire spread, but drier, warmer conditions toward the weekend could foment an increase in fire activity.
Flathead National Forest officials announced the closure stating it's for public and firefighter safety as the Ridge Fire burns six miles southeast of Hungry Horse.
SIDNEY FIRE An infrared mapping flight conducted Monday shows the Sidney Fire, which is 7-8 miles south of Highway 2 in the northwest tip of the Pondera