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No change reported on Colt Fire northwest of Seeley Lake

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Posted at 1:26 PM, Aug 20, 2023
and last updated 2023-08-20 15:26:08-04

SEELEY LAKE - Little change is being reported on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. from the Colt Fire 15 miles northwest of Seeley Lake.

The blaze is holding just under 7,200 acres burned and remains 51% contained.

The Lolo and Flathead National Forests have closed several forest roads, areas, and campgrounds near the fire.

The closures on the Rainy Lake Campground and access road along with the Alva Lake Campground and access road will be lifted on Monday.

All other Forest closures remain in place, including Lakeside Campground. Specific closure information can be found here.

There are 345 people assigned to the Colt Fire which was sparked by lightning on July 17, 2023.