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Wildfire Smoke Air Quality Update: September 3, 2025 at 1:45 p.m.
The hotter temperatures have increased wildfire activity immensely and wildfire smoke is spread out across the county resulting in Moderate air quality throughout. This heat wave and high-pressure ridge are peaking this afternoon. Winds are forecasted to shift easterly instead of westerly which should relieve us of the smoke the westerly winds are carrying towards […]
Read MoreWildfire Smoke Air Quality Update: August 29, 2025 at 11:15 a.m.
The wetting rains have really helped damper the fire behavior, and thankfully, minimal smoke made it into Missoula County this past week. Air quality fluctuated between Good and Moderate which is where we are still currently sitting. As far as the fires with the highest chance of sending smoke to the Missoula area, firefighters have […]
Read MoreStanding Together on International Overdose Awareness Day
On Sunday, Aug. 31, Missoula will join communities around the world in recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s a day to remember those we’ve lost to overdose, to support the people who carry that grief every day, and to remind ourselves that every single life lost was one too many. Since 2014, nearly 185 lives […]
Read MoreWildfire Smoke Air Quality Update: August 25, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Weekend air quality wavered between Good and Moderate across the County and some areas even tipped into air quality that was Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or Orange for a short period of time (Petty Creek!). Wildfires remained active over the weekend and high temperatures are in the forecast before rains come through later this week; […]
Read MoreEvents Scheduled in Missoula to Mark International Overdose Awareness Day
Sunday, Aug. 31, marks International Overdose Awareness Day, and Missoula Public Health and other members of the Missoula Drug Safety Coalition have organized several opportunities for community members to learn and get involved. All the following events are free and open to the public: International Overdose Awareness Day is an annual campaign to end overdose […]
Read MoreWildfire Smoke Air Quality Update: August 22, 2025 at 1:30 pm
Incoming air quality update! It’s been quite the blue bird summer with skies only clouding with smoke occasionally. Today, smoke from several surrounding fires is causing Moderate air quality across the County, specifically in Missoula, Frenchtown, and Seeley Lake. Good air quality is already returning (check out the GOES 18 satellite imagery below for comparison […]
Read MoreWildfires and Smoke
Wildfire season is an unfortunate and dependable part of Montana summers. Fortunately, there are many steps we can take to stay safe before and during a wildfire or smoke event. PREPARE FOR WILDFIRE SEASON Recognize Warnings and Alerts Having several ways to receive alerts can be helpful before disaster strikes. Mobile apps from FEMA, Red […]
Read MorePromoting Health at Western Montana Fair – 2025
In between carnival rides and Viking dogs, come see us at one of our booths at the Western Montana Fair. Look for us at the fair August 5-9th for the following resources and activities for all ages! Respect the Cage Learn about the importance of buckling up and safer driving with Drive Safe Missoula staff […]
Read MoreWater Safety
Being out on Montana’s lakes and rivers is an essential part of summer. Safety during water recreation is just as essential. Water Smarts Take these sensible precautions when you’re around water (even if you’re not planning to swim): Swimming Skills Learn how to perform these 5 skills in every type of water environment that you […]
Read MorePreparing for Heat
Is it just us, or is it getting hotter ‘round here? Beating the heat doesn’t just keep us comfortable, it can keep us safe. Preparing for Extreme Heat Stay Safe During Extreme Heat Heat-Related Illness Know the signs of heat-related illnesses and ways to respond. If you are sick and need medical attention, contact […]
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