Incident Overview
The Ridge Creek Fire was reported on 8/3 at 2:30 PM.
Fire activity is torching and running.
There are currently 10 interagency aircraft engaged on the fire, including 4 firebosses, air attack, Type 1 and Type 2 helicopters, two large air tankers and a lead plane.
All lake traffic on Hayden Lake are asked the clear the waterway for emergency firefighting traffic. Law enforcement is in route to ensure public and pilot safety.
https://www.flightradar24.com/multiview/316e9d6f,316ebd3a,316e9d6a,316e68e5,316e6556,316e3899
https://flatheadbeacon.com/2023/08/03/flathead-forest-fire-growth-prompts-further-recreation-closures-along-hungry-horse-reservoir-spotted-bear-ranger-district/