UPDATE: 12:30 p.m. July 31, 2023
The Red Cross shelters in Missoula, Ronan and Arlee have gone on stand-by while the Kalispell shelter remains open.
The Kalispell shelter is located at Canvas Church, 255 Summit Ridge Drive.
The Red Cross said they are prepared to reopen the shelters quickly if needed.
FIRST REPORT
Red Cross shelters have been set up across Western Montana for people affected by the wildland fires.
Those who plan to use the emergency shelter should take any necessary medications, cell phone chargers, toiletries, flashlights, bedding, and anything else they need in order to be comfortable.
Red Cross Shelters have been set up at the following locations:
Missoula: Cold Springs School, 625 Briggs. St.
Kalispell: Canvas Church, 255 Summit Ridge Drive
Ronan: Ronan High School, 130 3rd Ave. N.W.
Arlee: Arlee Community Center, 34806 Pow Wow Road
Everyone is welcome at a Red Cross shelter, and all services are free.
