Last night, while updating my mom about life returning to normal and my racing plans, she mentioned their upcoming visit next week. I adore having visitors, but it does complicate my racing schedule and adds stress.
Then, chaos struck. My landlady burst in, yelling about a fire. Rushing outside, I saw Mount Sentinel ablaze, the fire cresting over its peak around 11 PM. The news had a vivid account by Tristan Scott from the Missoulian.
He described the fire’s relentless climb, consuming everything in its path. A hiker on the “M” trail recounted seeing black smoke and calling a firefighter friend for advice, leading to a hurried descent. Amidst this, some residents felt the mist from firefighting helicopters, a surreal touch during the escape. Wildlife also scrambled for safety, a stark reminder of the fire’s indiscriminate threat.
Observers from across Missoula watched the firefighting efforts unfold, from concertgoers in Bonner Park to baseball fans at Ogren-Allegiance Park, all fixated on the battling against nature’s fury.
For further details, Scott’s full coverage can be found on the Missoulian’s website.
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