Custer Nat'l Forest

#robertsondrawfire Closure Update: Mt Maurice Trail #6 now open to the public. Please use caution and stay alert to changing conditions in recently reopened areas.

Final Update for the #robertsondrawfire below 95% containment. Rehab of hand line and dozer line to continue. #fireyear2021

#robertsondrawfire Sept. 1st weekly update below: Containment is up to 95%. #fireyear2021

August 25th #robertsondrawfire Weekly Update: Low activity, past week has brought 1.03 inches of rain over the fire area.

#robertsondrawfire August 18th Weekly Update Below - Some closure orders rescinded, cool temperatures and rain this week, returning to hot and dry in long-range forecasts. #FireYear2021

August 11th #robertsondrawfire weekly update. Low activity and .24 inches of precipitation the last week. Hot and dry this week, Red Flag Warning in effect today.

The #robertsondrawfire has seen low activity with some moisture though warmer weather and isolated thunderstorms are forecasted. A Type 4 local Incident Command Team have assumed command of the fire. #fireyear2021

#FireYear2021 It takes all of us to prevent wildfires. Please do your part.

Crew members are completing a shaded fuel break to reduce wildfire risk to homes near the #RobertsonDrawFire. Shaded fuel breaks create an area of reduced vegetation but retain mature tree canopy. They act as a buffer to slow fire intensity by reducing fuel density.

#RobertsonDrawFire Update 7/24/21. Containment has been increased to 90%. Small increase in acreage is due to more accurate field mapping.

#RobertsonDrawFire Update for 7/23. Remember to follow new fire restrictions.

#RobertsonDrawFire Update 7/21/21. The evacuation warning for the Rock Creek Drainage area south of Red Lodge has been lifted by Carbon County Sheriff's Office. Residents and visitors should stay updated and aware of the fire situation.

#RobertsonDrawFire update 7/20/21. Evacuation Warning issued by Carbon County Sheriff's Office for Rock Creek Drainage area south of Red Lodge from Point of Rocks following HWY 212 south along the east and west sides. Info Line: 406-290-3559.

An increase in fire activity on the #RobertsonDrawFire today. Smoke is originating from the western fire perimeter. Additional aerial resources have been ordered and a large helicopter is dropping water buckets. Please call the information line at 406-290-3559 with questions.

#RobertsonDrawFire Update for 7/19/21. Heat Advisory and Red Flag Warning in place. A Red Flag Warning means critical fire weather conditions may or are occurring. Low humidity, high temps, and wet/dry thunderstorms with gusty winds may contribute to extreme fire behavior.

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) will be in place at 1PM over the #RobertsonDrawFire. This also applies to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones. Visit bit.ly/2UXDHB4 for more info. A Heat Advisory is also in place and a Red Flag Warning is in effect at noon.

Crews continue to construct handline on the #RobertsonDrawFire today and are making excellent progress. A heat advisory is currently in effect until Tuesday. Be cautious when outdoors!

#robertsondrawfire Update July 17th, 2021 Aerial and ground crews continue efforts to secure the northwestern fire perimeter. Check for alerts and closures fs.usda.gov/alerts/custergal…

Some action shots from the #robertsondrawfire yesterday. Red Lodge residents can expect to see helicopters keeping hotspots down going into a hot weekend. #FireYear2021