Gov. Gianforte, DNRC Highlight Impact of Fuel Reduction and Suppression Efforts on Wildfires

HELENA, Mont. – Joining Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Director Amanda Kaster, Governor Greg Gianforte today highlighted the impact of the state’s investments in fuel reduction and fire suppression efforts this fire season.

Through $60 million in funding secured when Gov. Gianforte signed House Bill 883 into law, the state is prepared now more than ever before to increase the pace and scale of forest and wildfire management.

“We’ve seen some large fires this season, but many more have been prevented or suppressed through our investments in an aggressive initial...

 

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