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Twin Sisters and Queen Gulch fires grow as smoke impacts Boulder
The Twin Sisters Fire is nearly 40% contained, while the Queen Gulch Fire keeps growing and smoke has pushed unhealthy air across the Boulder area.
- The Twin Sisters Fire northwest of Judith Gap has burned more than 100 acres and reached nearly 40% containment, according to a U.S. Forest Service incident commander.
- Fire crews are battling flames in heavy timber on steep terrain within The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, making access difficult and increasing risks for firefighters.
- Near Boulder, the Queen Gulch Fire has burned 25 acres and is growing slowly as one of two small wildfires crews are managing in the region.
- Melissa Valenta, a Whitehall resident who commutes to Boulder for work, said "We have to be outside for work. So we can't avoid that completely" despite hazy smoke conditions.
- The Montana DEQ reported unhealthy air quality across several state regions including Boulder, with smoky skies outside Boulder continuing to create difficult conditions for travelers.
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C 68%
R 24%
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